Current guide Spring/Summer 2019
the CO MMUNI TY & L EI S UR E
YOUR COMMUNITY
Programs & Events CALENDAR INSIDE
Golf Week GUIDE
LETTER
FROM THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
Dear Reader, W
hether you are a citizen of Columbia County or visiting with us for a while, I hope you love Columbia County as much as I do!
Columbia County, Georgia is a thriving community, and currently, one of the fastest growing counties in the state of Georgia and the country, with a population nearing 150,000. Columbia County offers a wonderful quality of life; from our parks, greenspace and fun community events to our many friendly neighborhoods. Columbia County started several large projects in 2018, many of which positively impact our Community and Leisure Services division. The Performing Arts Center construction began early in the year with the completion date for the $34 million project set for Spring 2020. The new Grovetown Library plans are complete and this $3.5 million project will begin construction January 2019. There are currently four park projects underway. The upgrades to Patriots Park will include new fields, new concession and bathroom facilities, additional parking and full park connectivity. The Lakeside Park facility will include additional fields for recreation activities, tennis courts and a playground. Two new parks, the Gateway Park and the Plaza Park, will be great additions for citizens to enjoy beginning in 2019. Thank you for your interest in learning more about Columbia County and the great programs, parks, and quality of life we offer. Best Regards,
SCOTT D. JOHNSON County Administrator
Staff Directory Division Director John Luton 706.868.3484 jluton@columbiacountyga.gov Parks & Recreation Manager Dennis Hodges 706.863.7523 dhodges@columbiacountyga.gov Community Events Manager Rachael Enfinger 706.312.7192 renfinger@columbiacountyga.gov Columbia County Libraries Manager Mary Lin Maner 706.863.1946 mlmaner@columbiacountyga.gov Animal Services Manager Linda Glasscock 706.541.4077 lglasscock@columbiacountyga.gov Rental Facilities and Venues Department Manager Sandy Boner 706.868.3349 sboner@columbiacountyga.gov Promotions and Sales Manager Brian Marshall 706.650.4995 bmarshall@columbiacountyga.gov Marketing Manager Anna Mae Masi 706.650.5034 amasi@columbiacountyga.gov Executive Director, Convention & Visitors Bureau Shelly Blackburn 706.447.7610 sblackburn@choosecolumbiacounty.com County Coordinator Agriculture & Natural Resources Agent Tripp Williams 706.541.4011 tjwilliams@columbiacountyga.gov
Table of Contents
Spring/Summer 2019
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Gateway Park
Patriots Park
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Golf Week Activites
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Parks Map
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Community Events
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Programs & Events
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Rental Facilities & Venues
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Library Activities
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Animal Services
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4-H/UGA Spring & Summer Activites
Spring Sports Registration & Summer Camp Info Cover Inset Photo: Columbia County U10 All-Star Team who took 2nd at the GRPA state soccer tournament in Dalton, GA
opening
Fall 2019!
Gateway Park
Located in Grovetown across from the Columbia County Exhibition Center
FEATURES INCLUDE: • Playground • Splash Pad • Running / Walking Path • Pavilions/Shelters • Open Meadow For Events & Passive Recreation
See it on the map Check out page 5
212 Partnership Drive, Grovetown
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GOLF WEEK
ACTIVITIES
Big Bounce America April 5-7 | Evans Towne Center Park Within the walls of this massive structure, there’s never a dull moment. You’ll find basketball hoops for those big-air slamdunks, an inflatable obstacle race suitable for all ages, and a giant slide that takes you outside the main structure and lands you into a ball-pit.
chilling out on. This is a massive bounce party like nothing on earth! This one-of-a-kind event can be found right here in Columbia County only during Golf Week 2019! Tickets are on sale now – www.evanstownecenterpark.com
There’s an inflatable forest, giant inflatable jungle animals, inflatable trucks, boats, and four-poster beds for bouncing or just
Features the World’s Biggest Bounce House
Zac Brown Band with Midland Thursday, April 11 Evans Towne Center Park Tickets On Sale at www.FWBPro.com
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Parks Information Columbia County
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Restrooms Soccer Tennis Walking/Jogging Trail
Baseball/Softball Football/Lacrosse Tennis Court Playground
Cross Country Course Pavilion Rentals
BMX Biking Soccer Skatepark
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EVANS TOWNE CENTER PARK
GATEWAY PARK
Playground Splash Pad Running/Walking Path Pavilions/Shelters
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HARLEM PARK
385 Church Street, Harlem Baseball/Softball Tennis Court
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LAKESIDE PARK
2000 Panther Way, Evans Athletic Fields Tennis Courts Playground
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Pavilion Rentals Walking/Jogging Path (around mini lake)
Memorial Wall Amphitheater Splash Pad Playgrounds
PATRIOTS PARK
Tennis Courts Soccer Fields Football Fields Walking/Jogging Trail
12 (Opening FALL 2019)
Science Center Nature Walk – boardwalk like
Garden Back Porch
RIVERSIDE PARK
4331 Hardy McManus Road, Evans
Open Meadow For Events & Passive Recreation
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Pavilion Rentals Playground Tennis Courts Sand Volleyball Court
Baseball/Softball Dog Park Kayak/Canoe/Paddle Boarding/Fishing Pier Boat Launch
SAVANNAH RAPIDS PARK
3300 Evans-to-Locks Road, Martinez
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Playground Pavilion Rentals
(Opening FALL 2019)
REED CREEK NATURE PARK & INTERPRETIVE CENTER 3820 Park Lane, Martinez
Pavilion Rentals Bike Rentals Dog Park
212 Partnership Drive, Grovetown
MEMORIAL GARDENS
Baseball/Softball (8 fields) Disc Golf Course Gymnasium Pavilion Rentals Playgrounds
7016 Evans Town Center Blvd, Evans
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Playground Tennis Court
Baseball/Softball Basketball Picnic Rentals
5445 Columbia Road, Grovetown
EUCHEE CREEK GREENWAY
Lady A Pavilion Playground Splash Pad Running/Walking Path
LONNIE MORRIS, SR. PARK
7022 Evans Towne Center Blvd, Evans
www.ecgreenway.com
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PARKS & RECREATION
1951 Appling Harlem Highway, Appling
BLANCHARD WOODS PARK 4600 Blanchard Woods Road, Evans
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BLANCHARD PARK
4541 Dewey Drive, Martinez
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Biking/Walking/Jogging Trail Fishing Kayak/Canoe/Paddle Boarding Canal
Pavilion Rentals Rentable Rooms/Venues Playground Historical Site
WILDWOOD PARK
3780 Dogwood Lane, Appling Running/Walking Path Pavilion/Shelters Restrooms
Beach Boating/Boat Launch Camping Disc Golf
Fishing Lake Pavilion Rentals
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CALENDAR
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Events held at EVANS TOWNE CENTER PARK For more details visit: evanstownecenterpark.com/events
Zac Brown Band with Midland April 11 - Spend Golf Week in Columbia County with Zac Brown Band and Midland! Tickets are on sale now at FWBPro.com. Get yours today!
Easter Egg Scramble April 20 - Join us at Evans Towne Center Park as we scatter thousands of eggs filled with candy and prizes. Free Event!
Cinco Saturday
May 4 - A fun-packed street fair, complete with vendors and margarita bars!
Farmers Markets
Join us Thursday evenings at Evans Towne Center Park as we kick off event season with the Columbia County Farmers Market. What to expect: Food trucks, beverage tent, live entertainment, food stands, local artisans, Kids’ Fun Zone, and more. Free Event! March 7, 14, 21, 28 April 4, 18, 25 May 2 & 30 June 6, 13, 20, 27
July 11, 18, 25 August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 September 5, 12, 19, 26 October 3, 10, 17, 24
Pops in the Park May 11 - Enjoy a night of music at Evans Towne Center Park. Free Event! May 11 - featuring the Augusta Symphony. Food trucks, kids zone, and FIREWORKS!
June 1 - featuring the Columbia County High School All District Honors Band. Food trucks, kids zone, and the sounds of Disney!
Boom! In the Park July 4 - Join us for the largest fireworks show in town, with music, food, fireworks, and fun! Free Event!
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Saturday Cinemas
Please join us for a FREE movie night! Movie information can be found at EvansTowneCenterPark.com. What to expect: Food trucks, Kids’ Fun Zone, and more. Free Event! March 9 June 15 July 13 August 10
September 7 October 12 November 9
CALENDAR
Programs & Events Columbia County
SPRING/SUMMER 2019
Community Events
Parks & Recreation
Animal Services
Libraries
*Rented Event or Outside Promoter
Other
^Registration Required Prior to Attendance
Weekly Repeated Events FEBRUARY - JULY
FEBRUARY, MARCH, APRIL
FEBRUARY, MARCH, APRIL, MAY
English as a Second Language (ESL) classes Evans Library
AARP TAX HELP Evans Library
Child Enrichment Harlem Library Euchee Creek Library
EVERY TUESDAY
EVERY TUESDAY, THURSDAY, SATURDAY
EVERY MONDAY (except April 22, 29)
EVERY TUESDAY
AARP TAX HELP Euchee Creek Library
FEBRUARY
9
Brillaint Birds Reed Creek Park
20
1
Sensory Class Evans Library
9
21
Adult Time Out Euchee Creek Library
2
25th Annual Boot/Scoot N Boogie* CCEC
Keystone Species: Georgia’s State Reptile Reed Creek Park
Environment Matters Lunch & Learn Evans Library
9
Minecraft Club Euchee Creek Library
21
2,16
Interpretive Wetland Walks Reed Creek Park
11
Family Movie Night Euchee Creek Library
Brown Bag Book Discussion: Planning Party Evans Library
21
FirstOneStep07 Evans Library
21
Gadget Help with Alex Evans Library
21
Gadget Help with Alex Euchee Creek Library
21
Harlem Book Club Harlem Library
22,23
Augusta ACO Major - Cornhole* CCEC
23
Egg Drop Extreme! Reed Creek Park
23
Skulls, Scat & Tracks (1pm-2pm) Reed Creek Park
25
Tiny Tot Story Time Reed Creek Park
28
Chic Women’s Event* CCEC
28
On the Same Page Bookclub Euchee Creek Library
4
Doodle Hour Harlem Library
11
Genealogy Club Evans Library
4,6
Doodle Hour Evans Library
11
Pub Fiction Book Discussion Evans Library
12
4
Super Novas-Animals and Insulation for Winter/Make Birdfeeders Euchee Creek Library
Building Club Evans Library
12
Couponing 101 Euchee Creek Library
4,25
Tiny Tot Story Time Reed Creek park
12
Open Sewing Harlem Library
4
AARP Tax Help Harlem Library
13
Computer Boot Camp Part I Evans Library
14
Brown Bag Discussion:Podcast Evans Library Columbia County Genealogical Society Euchee Creek Library
5,12,19, 26
Baby and Me Euchee Creek Library
6,20
Beginner Crochet Euchee Creek Library
14
7,21
Adult Guitar Club Evans Library
14,28
7,21
Adult Walk-In Guitar Lessons Evans Library
Crochet Class Harlem Library
14,28
7,21
Fiber Arts Craft and Chat Evans Library
Canasta Harlem Library
15
7
Sewing for Beginners Euchee Creek Library
Bingo for Books Harlem Library
18
1
Sensory Class Evans Library
7
The Learning Groove with Tara Scheyer Evans Library
Anime Club Euchee Creek Library
18
Monday Night Book Discussion Evans Library
2,3
Eastman Gun Show* CCEC
8
Estate Planning & Elder Care Evans Library
20
Computer Boot Camp Part II Evans Library
4
Doodle Hour Harlem Library
8
Stem Talk (Cyber Safety) Euchee Creek Library
20
Crafternoon Harlem Library
4,6
Doodle Hour Evans Library
MARCH
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Programs & Events
Community Events
Parks & Recreation
Animal Services
Libraries
4
Super Novas-Salt Crystal Garden Euchee Creek Library
4,25
Tiny Tot Story Time Reed Creek Park
5, 12, 19, 26
Baby and Me Euchee Creek Library
6,20
Other
*Rented Event or Outside Promoter
^Registration Required Prior to Attendance
14,28
Crochet Class Harlem Library
4,18,25
Farmers Market ETCP
15
Bingo for Books Harlem Library
4,18
Adult Guitar Club Evans Library
16
Creek or Pond Exploration (11am-12pm) Reed Creek Park
4,18
Adult Walk-In Guitar Lessons Evans Library
Beginner Crochet Euchee Creek Library
16
Busy Beavers (1pm-2pm) Reed Creek Park
4,18
Fiber Arts Craft and Chat Evans Library
Chess Basics Evans Library
18
Anime Club Euchee Creek Library
5
Sensory Class Evans Library
7,14,21, 28
Farmers Market ETCP
18
Monday Night Book Discussion Evans Library
5
Butterfly Identification Reed Creek Park
The Learning Groove with Tara Scheyer Evans Library
20
5
Snake Identification Reed Creek Park
7,28
Crafternoon Harlem Library
8
Seussapalooza Evans Library
20
Family Movie Night Euchee Creek Library
7
Environment Matters Lunch & Learn Evans Library
8
7,21
Fiber Arts Craft and Chat Evans Library
20
Genealogy Class Harlem Library
Genealogy Club Evans Library
8
7,21
Adult Guitar Club Evans Library
21
Adult Time Out Euchee Creek Library
Pub Fiction Book Discussion Evans Library
9
7,21
Adult Walk-In Guitar Lessons Evans Library
21
Brown Bag Book Discussion Evans Library
Open Sewing Harlem Library
9
8,10
Southeast Spas - Spa Show* CCEC
21
FirstOneStep07 Evans Library
Building Club Evans Library
9
8
Estate Planning & Elder Care Evans Library
21
Gadget help with Alex Euchee Creek Library
Teddy Bear Picnic Evans Library
21
Brown Bag Discussion: Podcast Evans Library
9
10th Annual Chocolate Festival Reed Creek Park
Harlem Book Club Harlem Library
11
21
Score Workshop Series Evans Library
11,25
Canasta Evans Library
21,22,23
TaxSlayer Border Classic (HS Soccer)* Blanchard Woods Park
11
Columbia County Genealogical Society Euchee Creek Library
23
Interpretive Wetland Walks Reed Creek Park
11,25
Crochet Class Harlem Library
11
Zac Brown Band Concert* ETCP
12
Estate Planning & Elder Care Evans Library
13
Interpretive Wetland Walks Reed Creek Park
13
Minecraft Club Euchee Creek Library
APRIL
15
AARP Driver Safety Class I ^ Evans Library
1
Doodle Hour Harlem Library
15
Anime Club Euchee Creek Library
1,3
Doodle Hour Evans Library
15
Monday Night Book Discussion Evans Library
1
Super Novas Euchee Creek Library
15,29
Tiny Tot Story Time (10-11am) Reed Creek Park
2,9,16, 23,30
Baby and Me Euchee Creek Library
17
Crafternoon Harlem Library
3,17
Beginner Crochet Euchee Creek Library
17
Environment Matters Lunch & Learn Evans Library
7
9
Minecraft Club Euchee Creek Library
9
Saturday Cinema ETCP
10
Author Jennifer Teege Evans Library
11
Family Movie Night Euchee Creek Library
28
On the Same Page Bookclub Euchee Creek Library
11
Genealogy Club Evans Library
30
Really Cool Reptiles Reed Creek Park
11
Pub Fiction Book Discussion Evans Library
30
Wonderful Wetlands Reed Creek Park
12
Building Club Evans Library
12
Open Sewing Harlem Library
14
Brown Bag Discussion: Podcast Evans Library
24,28
Canasta Evans Library
14
Chess Tournament Evans Library
14
Columbia County Genealogical Society Euchee Creek Library
For More Detailed Information: Download the MyCounty: Columbia County App for up-to-date county information
17
Genealogy Class Harlem Library
4
Egg Drop or Bust! (1pm-2pm) Reed Creek Park
16
Gadget help with Alex Euchee Creek Library
18
AARP Driver Safety Class II ^ Evans Library
4
16
Harlem Book Club Harlem Library
18
Adult Time Out Euchee Creek Library
Really Cool Reptiles (11am12pm) Reed Creek Park
16,17, 18,19
18
Doodle Hour Harlem Library
ASA Archery* Wildwood Park
Brown Bag Book Discussion Evans Library
6
Bingo for Books Harlem Library
18
Super Novas-Compost Euchee Creek Library
17
FirstOneStep07 Evans Library
6
Creek or Pond Exploration Reed Creek Park
18
Baby and Me Euchee Creek Library
18
Gadget help with Alex Euchee Creek Library
7,14,21
Harlem Book Club Harlem Library
9
18
Thunder Over Evans* ETCP
18
Brown Bag Discussion: Podcast Evans Library
Microsoft Excel Evans Library
9,23
AARP Driver Safety Class I ^ Evans Library
18
Canasta Evans Library
20
Bingo for Books Harlem Library
Anime Club Euchee Creek Library
19
9
20
Monday Night Book Discussion Evans Library
20
Creek or Pond Exploration Reed Creek Park
Columbia County Genealogical Society Euchee Creek Library
20
9
23
20
Easter Egg Scramble ETCP
Computer Boot Camp I Evans Library
AARP Driver Safety Class II ^ Evans Library
9,23
23
Brown Bag Book Discussion Evans Library
20
Snake Identification Reed Creek Park
Crochet Class Harlem Library
9
23
On the Same Page Bookclub Euchee Creek Library
22
Earth Day Party Evans Library
Mother’s Day Crafting Evans Library
10
24,25
Augusta Coin Show* CCEC
24
Microsoft PowerPoint Evans Library
Estate Planning & Elder Care Evans Library
11
24
Microsoft Word Evans Library
Minecraft Club Euchee Creek Library
11
25
On the Same Page Bookclub Euchee Creek Library
Pops in the Park ETCP
13
27
Relay for Life* ETCP
Family Movie Night Euchee Creek Library
13
29
Floral Design Evans Library
Genealogy Club Evans Library
13
Pub Fiction Book Discussion Evans Library
13,27
Tiny Tot Story Time Reed Creek Park
14
Building Club Evans Library
14
Open Sewing Harlem Library
15
Crafternoon Harlem Library
MAY 1,15 1,6
Beginner Crochet Euchee Creek Library Doodle Hour Evans Library
2,16
Adult Guitar Club Evans Library
2,16
Adult Walk-In Guitar Lessons Evans Library
15
Environment Matters Lunch & Learn Evans Library
2,16
Fiber Arts Craft and Chat Evans Library
15
Gadget Help Evans Library
2,30
Farmers Market ETCP
16
Adult Time Out Euchee Creek Library
3,4,5
Low Down Throw Down 2019 Roller Derby* CCEC
16
Computer Boot Camp II Evans Library
16
FirstOneStep07 Evans Library
4
Cinco Saturday ETCP
JUNE
1,8,15, 29
Creek or Pond Exploration Reed Creek Park
1
Pops in the Park ETCP
1,8,15,29
Really Cool Reptiles Reed Creek Park
1,8,15,29
Terrific Turtles Reed Creek Park
3
Doodle Hour Harlem Library
3,5
Evans Library Evans Library
3
Super Novas Euchee Creek Library
5,19
Beginner Crochet Euchee Creek Library
5
Chess Basics Evans Library
6,13,20, 27
Farmers Market ETCP
6,13,27
Nocturnal Thursdays (8-9pm) Reed Creek Park
6,20
Adult Guitar Club Evans Library
6,20
Adult Walk-In Guitar Lessons Evans Library
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Programs & Events
Community Events
Parks & Recreation
Animal Services
Libraries
Other
6,20
Fiber Arts Craft and Chat Evans Library
20
Book Club Harlem Library
7
Simply Science Fridays: Squishy Sensations Reed Creek Park
20
Brown Bag Book Discussion Evans Library
20
FirstOneStep07 Evans Library
20
Gadget help with Alex Euchee Creek Library
21
Bingo for Books Harlem Library
26
Raspberry Pi Pt. 2 Evans Library
8
Minecraft Club Euchee Creek Library
10
AARP Driver Safety Class I ^ Evans Library
10
Family Movie Night Euchee Creek Library
10
Genealogy Club Evans Library
10
Pub Fiction Book Discussion Evans Library
11
Magician and Ventriolquist Keith Karnok Harlem Library
11
Open Sewing Harlem Library
12
Chess Tournament Evans Library
13
AARP Driver Safety Class II ^ Evans Library
13
Brown Bag Discussion: Podcast Evans Library
*Rented Event or Outside Promoter
^Registration Required Prior to Attendance
11
Columbia County Genealogical Society Euchee Creek Library
11,25
Canasta Evans Library
11,25
Crochet Class Harlem Library
11,18,25
Farmers Market ETCP
12
Estate Planning & Elder Care Evans Library
12
Simply Science Fridays: Extreme Physics! Reed Creek Park
27
Cord Cutting Evans Library
27
On the Same Page Bookclub Euchee Creek Library
13
Minecraft Club Euchee Creek Library
28
Simply Science Fridays: Acids & Bases Reed Creek Park
13
Saturday Cinema ETCP
15
Anime Club Euchee Creek Library
15
Monday Night Book Discussion Evans Library
17
Crafternoon Harlem Library
18
Adult Guitar Club Evans Library
18
Adult Time Out Euchee Creek Library
18
Adult Walk-In Guitar Lessons Evans Library
JULY 1
Doodle Hour Doodle Hour
1,3
Doodle Hour Doodle Hour
13
Columbia County Genealogical Society Euchee Creek Library
1
Super Novas- Purify Water and Biome Euchee Creek Library
13,27
Canasta Evans Library
3,17
Beginner Crochet Euchee Creek Library
18
13,27
Crochet Class Harlem Library
Book Club Harlem Library
4
BOOM in the Park ETCP
18
14
Estate Planning & Elder Care Evans Library
Brown Bag Book Discussion Evans Library
6,13,27
18
Fiber Arts Craft and Chat Evans Library
14
Simply Science Fridays: Egg Drop or Bust Reed Creek Park
Creek or Pond Exploration (10am - 11am) Reed Creek Park
6,13,27
Really Cool Reptiles (1-2pm) Reed Creek Park
18
FirstOneStep07 Evans Library
17
Anime Club Euchee Creek Library
6,13,27
Terrific Turtles (3pm-4pm) Reed Creek Park
18
Gadget help with Alex Euchee Creek Library
17
Monday Night Book Discussion Evans Library
8
Family Movie Night Euchee Creek Library
22
AARP Driver Safety Class I ^ Evans Library
19
Crafternoon Harlem Library
8
Genealogy Club Evans Library
22
Raspberry Pi Evans Library
19
Environment Matters Lunch & Learn Water Olympics Evans Library
8
Pub Fiction Book Discussion Evans Library
25
AARP Driver Safety Class II ^ Evans Library
9
Open Sewing Open Sewing
11,25
Nocturnal Thursday Reed Creek Park
11
Brown Bag Discussion: Podcast Evans Library
25
On the Same Page Bookclub Euchee Creek Library
26
Simply Science Fridays: It’s a Small World: Cells! Reed Creek Park
19
Raspberry Pi Pt.1 Evans Library
20
Adult Time Out Euchee Creek Library
For More Detailed Information: Download the MyCounty: Columbia County App for up-to-date county information
Spring Sports Sport Duration: 4/15/19 - 5/17/19 BASEBALL T-ball (4yo) 5/6 7/8 9/10 11/12 13/14
SOFTBALL 7/8 Girls 9/10 Girls 11/12 Girls
VOLLEYBALL
Patriots Park/Riveside Patriots Park/Riveside Patriots Park/Riveside Patriots Park/Riveside Patriots Park/Riveside Riverside Park
9-12 Girls 13-15 Girls
SOCCER
U-6 U8 Boys / U8 Girls U10 Boys / U10 Girls U12 Boys / U12 Girls U14 Coed U18 Coed
Patriots Park Patriots Park Patriots Park
Patriots Park Gym Patriots Park Gym Patriots Park/Riverside Patriots Park/Blanchard Woods Blanchard Woods Blanchard Woods Patriots Park/Blanchard Woods Patriots Park/ Blanchard Woods
Summer Camps Registration April 22 - May 3
LOCATION
CAMP DATES
Basketball Camp ages 6-12 (9am-1pm)
Patriots Park
June 24-28 and July 15-19
Football Camp ages 6-12 (9am-1pm)
Patriots Park
June 10-14 and July 15-19
Soccer Camp ages 6-12 (9am-1pm)
Patriots Park
June 17-21, July 8-12, and July 22-26
Softball Camp ages 6-12 (9am-1pm)
Patriots Park
July 22-26
Baseball Camp ages 6-12 (9am-1pm)
Patriots Park
June 3-7
Volleyball Camp ages 8-12 (9am-1pm)
Patriots Park
June 10-14
CSRA Adventure Camp ages 12-14 (9am-3pm)
Reed Creek Park
June 17-21
Wetland Adventure Camp ages 5-7 (9am-1pm)
Reed Creek Park
June 10-14 and July 15-19
Wetland Adventure Camp ages 8-11 (9am-1pm)
Reed Creek Park
June 24-28 and July 29-Aug 2
Easy Online Registration: Columbiacountyga.gov/sports • Early bird registration discount available • In-Person registration is also available at Patriots Park during the registration period from 8 AM – 5 PM • More information at website or call (706) 863-7523 • Registration for Fall Sports will be held in July 2019
Patriots Park BOBBY WATERS GYM
Membership & Prices Individual Membership- $125 for 12 months or $70 for 6 months Family Membership- $200 for 12 months or $125 for 6 months Senior Individual Membership (Age 55 or over)- $60 for 12 months or $30 for 6 months Senior Family Membership (Age 55 or over)- $100 for 12 months or $50 for 6 months Student Membership (Age 24 or younger with valid School ID)- $50 for 12 months Nonmember/Guest fee- $5 per day for each nonmember/guest
Aerobics $6 per class, $40 for 10 classes, $75 for 20 classes Details: Maggie 443.794.3878 Or Muriel 706.220.0016
Yoga $5 per class
Step Aerobics (Mondays and Thursdays 5:00pm – 5:45pm) Enjoy a fun, energetic workout, while increasing your endurance, strength and overall cardio vascular fitness level. Strength and Stretch Aerobics (Tuesdays 5:00pm – 6:16pm) This class uses resistance bands, weights, and fitness balls to tone and sculpt your entire body. The class finishes off with a segment of AB work and stretching.
Details: Mary Ellen Smith 706.829.1200
Yin Yoga & Tea (Tuesday’s 10:30am – 11:30am) Enjoy stretching, bending and breathing through slow and wonderful deep stretches that targets connective tissue (fascia). Very fine selections of tea with some munchies are offered for your pleasure. Classic yoga (Wednesday’s 10:30am – 11:30am) Come and learn to be present in each moment with each posture and leave relaxed, refreshed and renewed.
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Warrior Jiu-Jitsu MMA Academy Low monthly rate Details: Bobby Wilson 706.799.3201
Youth Warriors (8-12yrs) (Mondays and Thursdays 6:00pm – 7:00pm and Saturday 10:00am – 11:00am) Teen & Adult (13 and up) (Mondays and Thursdays 7:00pm – 8:30pm and Saturday 11:00am – 12:30pm) Competition Prep Class (Saturdays 12:30pm – 1:00pm) Martial Arts helps develop self-discipline and focus in all age groups. Come have some fun learning how to throw a punch and kick, take someone to the ground to grapple and defend yourself when needed.
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FACILITY RENTALS
Columbia County Rental Facilities Savannah Rapids Pavilion 3300 Evans to Locks Rd, Martinez, 30907 A multi-purpose banquet/conference center accommodating groups as small as 12 to as large as 500 (for standing receptions). From the Sycamore Room to the White Oak room, this venue can fill all of your needs! Thinking of something outside? Consider the Dance Pavilion, dating back to the 1880s, the Dining Hall, or the historic BBQ Pit.
Columbia County Exhibition Center 212 Partnership Drive, Grovetown, 30813 Planning a corporate outing or trade show? Consider this venue! The beautiful reception and pre-function area greet visitors with high ceilings and grand Palladian windows. Specially designed carpet with neutral colors offers the opportunity for casual or formal events alike. No matter what type of large event you are planning, this open trade show space offers 34’ high ceilings with light colored walls and finished concrete flooring which is perfect for various exhibitions, tournaments, and forums alike. This area can seat up to 1,250 guests theater style or up to 75, 10’ x 10’ trade show booths. Two separate concession areas can accommodate events with up to 2,500 attendees.
Eubank Blanchard Center 6868 Cobbham Road, Appling, 30802 Looking to get out of town? Built in 1995, this venue is situated a stone’s throw away from Pollards Corner in Appling, GA. It is an intimate venue, perfect for small parties, family reunions, weddings and receptions. The interior has a capacity of 75 seated; however, the construction of a covered pavilion offers seating for an additional 28 guests at picnic tables.
To learn more about our rental facilities the county has to offer, visit columbiacountyga.gov/venues or call 706.868.3349.
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LIBRARY
Columbia County Libraries: Activities for Everyone! Did you know that the Columbia County libraries put on hundreds of events each year? Baby and Me classes, Doodle Hour, Minecraft Club and even Estate Planning! The library strives to provide quality services to children and adults in the community in order to meet their informational, recreational and educational needs. Here is some more information on some of the many events offered by our libraries: AARP Tax Prep is free tax help is provided during tax season on Monday’s at the Harlem (first Monday of the month only) and Euchee Creek libraries and Tuesday’s, Thursday’s and Saturday’s at the Evans Library. Doodle Hour is offered at the Evans and Harlem libraries and provides adults with an opportunity to unwind and release some stress by coloring and doodling together. Child Enrichment events take place each week for children 3 years of age and older and have an organized themed story time that features books, felt board stories, songs, interactions between children and parents and a craft time. Baby and Me is a weekly event for children 2 years old and under and includes stuffed animals and books, stories, felt board, songs and more! Super Novas will be offered the first Monday of each month at Euchee Creek Library. This science club is targeted for grades 2-5 and their parents! Children will learn about different science topics and gain hands on experience for each topic.
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AARP Drive Safety Class is open to anyone 25 of age and older and you could receive a discount on your auto insurance. Must register with AARP and there is a fee for the required workbook. Gadget Help With Alex is offered at Evans and Euchee Creek libraries and allows walk-ins to bring in an electronic device and receive easy practical help about the device. FirstOneStep07 is a support group for new amputees and their family members. These are some of the many programs offered inside of the Columbia County libraries each month. For more information on a specific event, please visit www.gchrl.org.
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App and Website: My County: Columbia County App in your App Store www.Columbiacountyga.gov/community/animals Tours available for children’s groups and schools. We are always looking for volunteers! Whether it is to give our animals some TLC, help feed and clean or work on adoption days, there is always a need for your help! Contact Animal Services at 706.541.4077
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4H AND UGA EXTENSION ACTIVITES
2019 Spring & Summer 4-H Activities Columbia County Extension
Adopt-a-Mile: Upcoming clean-up days are Saturday, February 2 and Saturday, May 4 from 8:30 to 10:30 am. Please meet at the Water Utility Office on William Few Pkwy. Must be at least 12 years old. Parents are welcome. Donuts will be provided. Come help keep Columbia County beautiful! Poultry Judging: Join our Poultry Judging team! This state event tests student’s knowledge and understanding of the standards used in poultry and egg production. During the contest, participants judge both live specimens and market poultry and evaluate eggs as to their quality and readiness for market. Practices start in February and the contest is held in April. Cloverbuds Club: Meetings are held the first Monday of every month at the Evans Library from 6:00 to 7:00 pm. This club is open to Kindergarten through 4th grades. Upcoming meetings are February 4, March 4, April 1, and May 13. Through a hands-on approach to learning, the 4-H Cloverbuds program helps younger students gain skills that can be used in school and throughout life. Middle School 4-H Club: 6th – 8th graders meet the first Tuesday of every month at Evans and Harlem Library or the first Thursday at the 4-H Office from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Upcoming meetings are February 5 & 7, March 5 & 7, and April 2 & 4. Activities include hands on learning and exploration. County Council: 9th – 12th graders meet the second Thursday of every month at the 4-H office from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Upcoming meetings are February 14, March 14, April 18, and May 9. Join Columbia County 4-H as we continue our journey through Legendary Life Skills! 4-H Clover Dance: 4th through 6th graders, come out and dance! Join us for our Clover Dance Friday, March 15 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Savannah Rapids Pavilion. We will have a DJ, a dance floor, and pizza and snacks for sale! Wear your 4-H green and come dance with your friends! Fee: $5 MilkMake Contest: Open to 5th through 7th graders, this contest focuses on creating a milk based drink. The event will be held Thursday, March 28 at the Savannah Rapids Pavilion. Recipes will be judged on use of dairy, nutrition, and creativity. Recipes must be entered by the end of February to be considered for selections. Winners will receive a trophy and a t-shirt!
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TO REGISTER: (All Programs are free, unless otherwise noted. 706.541.4011 Note: 4-H specialty clubs such as Archery, Robotics, Craft, Culinary, Horse, and Rabbit will open back up in September 2019. Registration for the Shotgun team begins Jan. 2019.
Vidalia Onion Fundraiser: Is your child interested in attending one of our award winning summer camps? Sell your way to summer camp by participating in our Vidalia Onion fundraiser! 20% of the total order will go straight towards your child’s camp costs! Individual orders may be placed through the UGA Extension 4-H office beginning in February. Call the 4-H office to check on current pricing and to place your order. 4-H Summer Camp Schedule: ALL of our camps fill up EXTREMELY fast. Please register early to make sure your child has a spot! Prices are an estimated cost for the camp. Prices may change at time of registration. Registration for Cloverleaf Camp will open on February 4. All other camps are now taking $75 deposits. All camps are 5 days and residential. Transportation is provided to all camps EXCEPT Senior Extreme Camp and Marine Resources Camp. For more info on what each camp entails, please visit www.georgia4h.org/ then click 4-H Centers tab at the top of the page. May 27-31 Senior Camp Rock Eagle (Eatonton), Grades 9-12 ($390) - Limited Space June 3-7 Junior Camp - Camp Jekyll (Jekyll Island) , Grades 7 & 8 ($390) - 25 spots Available June 10-14 Sr. Extreme - Rock Eagle (Eatonton), Grades 9-12 ($375) - Limited Space July 1-5 Wilderness Challenge Camp – Wahsega (Dahlonega, Grades 6-8. Must be 12 yrs old by 07/01/19 ($400) - Very Limited July 8-12 & July 15-19 Marine Resources - Burton (Tybee Island), Grades 6-8 ($345) - Limited Space July 15-19 Cloverleaf Camp – Wahsega (Dahlonega) , Grades 4-6 ($350) - 175 spots available
Wildwood Park Camping Open Year Round Daily Rate ranges: $10-$20 based on camp site or primitive location Season Pass & Discounts Available: Check website for pricing: https://bit.ly/2CHUCec
One of the largest boat ramps on Clarks Hill Lake
The area’s best spot for fishing and boating activities
Pavilions and Picnic Shelters available for rent
Continuously voted the “Best Campground” in Columbia County by Metro Spirit and Columbia County Magazine
Columbia County Recycling Centers: Locations: William Few Facility
1960 William Few Parkway Grovetown
Riverside Facility 3 Dolphin Way, Evans
• Electronics & Computer Equipment: anything with a cord is accepted including cell phones, computers, game consoles, laptops, printers, rechargeable batteries, and TVs • Plastics: Currently, Columbia County only accepts types 1 and 2 plastics. • Paper and Cardboard • Metal and Aluminum: Drink Cans, Rinsed Foods Cans, Scrap Metal, Aluminum Foil & Baking Pans are only accepted if they are residue free • Appliances: anything with a cord is accepted • Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs • Ink Cartridges: name brand cartridges only. *Fees may apply.
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Columbia CountyStyle Download the MyCounty: Columbia County App for up-to-date county information
Mark your calendar for the
BOOM! in the Park (19th Annual)
July 4th Evans Towne Center Park