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Making Memories
Columbia County Animal Services helped me find my daughter a best friend. Sophia, my daughter, was only four (4) at the time and had been asking for a little brother or sister, so we compromised and decided on a dog! A while later we learned puppies had recently been born at the animal shelter so we loaded up and went on the hunt for the perfect pup Two different breeds of puppies were available, but we knew a bigger dog was not in the books for us quite yet so we looked into the Pugs.
The staff took us to an excluded room where we got to meet every pup in the litter. It did not take long at all to know exactly which one was for us. The sweetest little puppy waddled up to Sophia and gave her so many kisses and cuddles all while keeping such playful energy I then had to complete the paperwork in order to fully adopt our new girl, Junie. With the adoption, the animal shelter offered to microchip her for only $15, which was an easy yes. Loading her up and taking her to PetSmart to pick out her newest accessories, toys, and “home” decor was next on our list. Even a year later, we love taking Junie for her usual outings and joy rides to the local dog parks. Adopting Junie from the animal shelter makes Sophia so happy when we talk together and to others about how we rescued her by giving her a home and a family to love her. Junie has helped Sophia get outside more and given her a best friend to play with during her childhood. We love her and could not have picked a better pup!
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PARK & INTERPRETIVE CENTER
by the Interpretive Center and meet the Reed Creek Ambassador Animals on exhibit, read a book, play a game, and enjoy the back porch which overlooks the wetland.
Center Hours
REED CREEK NATURE
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Interpretive
Monday - Saturday, 9:30am-5:00pm
FALL YOUTH SPORTS FOOTBALL SOCCER BASEBALL TENNIS SOFTBALL CHEERLEADING VOLLEYBALL MORE INFO: bit.ly/FallSportsInfo23 REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 3
libraries COLUMBIA COUNTY
GROVETOWN LIBRARY
There are a variety of events and programs offered at the Grovetown Library. Join us at Book Buddies Story Time, Sewing for Beginners, Family Movie Night, Coloring Club for Adults, and MORE!
full calendar: gchrlorg
The Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (GLS) will be providing hands-on demonstrations of assistive technology on April 28 at the Evans library branch. On-site GLS Representatives will be available to answer questions and register patrons for GLS services from 11:00am-2:00pm. GLS is a free library service for Georgia residents of any age who are unable to read standard print due to a visual, physical, or reading disability. If you are not eligible for GLS services, maybe there is someone in your life who is, so we welcome all patrons to this event.
HARLEM LIBRARY
Grab and Go Crafts, American Girl Club, Crochet Class, and Storytime are just a few of the offerings at the Harlem Library. Check out the full calendar for upcoming activity dates and times.
full calendar: gchrl.org
S R S R
bit.ly/CCSummerCamp23
COLUMBIACOUNTYPARKS,RECREATION&EVENTS Softball•Baseball•Basketball•Volleyball•Soccer•Tennis•WetlandDiscoveryCamp
AGES 6-13
PAVILION RENTALS
Looking for an outdoor space to host a birthday party, shower, meeting, or family gathering? We have numerous pavilions availble for rent at our parks! Most pavilions can be rented for $75 for a 4 hour time slot, either 8am to 12pm or 1pm to 5pm. bit.ly/ccpavilions
SUMMER BASKETBALL
AGES 9-15
PATRIOTS PARK
REGISTRATION: APRIL 24 - MAY 5
bit.ly/CCsportsreg
Columbia
May 25 • 6:00pm-8:00pm
Cost: $15 per person
bit.ly/CCAxeNight
Registration is open to the first 50 participants. Open to ages 12+under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
County Night at Broad Axe
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Spring SENIOR SOCIA L Thursday,May25 6:00pm-9:00pm ColumbiaCountyExhibitionCenter Dinner•Dancing•LiveBand•ANDMORE! Ages60+areinvitedtojoinusfortheSeniorSpring Social!Itwillbeanightoffunandfellowship! REGISTER:bit.ly/CCSeniorPrograms
SATURDAY, JUNE 3 EVANS TOWNE CENTER PARK
CLUB Experience
The Experience Club is an active and fun group of women and men alike, all who are over 50. This group meets for a book club each month, and also participates in a "hobby" activity monthly, which includes things like crafts, painting, cooking classes, wine tastings, and MORE! To learn more about the Experience Club, visit bit.ly/ExperienceInfo
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Food Truck Fridays are a community favorite - a place to enjoy delicious food and drinks, listen to live music, and make memories with family and friends. Our parks provide the space to sit and stay a while,
embracing the atmosphere of Food Truck Fridays. At each event, there are a variety of cuisines offered by the food trucks, an alcohol vendor, and live music by a local band. You can find a list of upcoming Food Truck Fridays below.
APRIL 14 - EVANS TOWNE CENTER PARK
APRIL 28 - EUBANK BLANCHARD PARK
MAY 19 - GATEWAY PARK
JUNE 9 - EUBANK BLANCHARD PARK
JUNE 23 - EVANS TOWNE CENTER PARK
bit.ly/savannahrapidspavilion
NOW BOOKING 2024
Evans Market is a weekly market consisting of local farmers, artisans and vendors. Support local by shopping at the Evans Market each week. Beginning on April 15, the Evans Market will be held at The Plaza from 9:00am-1:00pm every Saturday.
JUNE 16 • LAKESIDE PARK JOIN US STARTING AT 6:00PM FOR A FREE OUTDOOR FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT! LYLE, LYLE, CROCODILE