Alpharetta rec guide fall:winter 2017

FALL 2017/WINTER 2018 RECREATION GUIDE National Gold Medal Award Finalist!

Classes, Sports, Community Events

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Table of Contents Contents

Park Facilities & Amenities Chart................................................ 3 General Information..................................................................... 4 Department Update..................................................................... 5 Community Events and Special Programs................................. 6-9 Special Interest Groups................................................................ 9 Art for Adults................................................................................. 10-11 Art for Youth.................................................................................. 12-13 Gymnastics.................................................................................... 14-15 Youth Dance.................................................................................. 16-17 Youth Fitness and Instructional Programs.................................. 18-21 Youth Athletic Leagues................................................................ 22-23 Alpharetta Arts Center (future) ............................. 233 Canton Street Avalon Fitness Park ........................................ 5150 Westside Parkway Brooke Street Park...............................................................2 Park Plaza Cogburn Road Park ............................................12825 Cogburn Road Crabapple Government Center...................... 12624 Broadwell Road North Park / Adult Activity Center..................13450 Cogburn Road Ole Milton Park...................................................... 1 North Main Street Rock Mill Park..............................................3100 Kimball Bridge Road Silos Park.............................................................12375 Crabapple Road Union Hill Park........................................................ 1590 Little Pine Trail Webb Bridge Park.......................................... 4780 Webb Bridge Road Windward Soccer.............................................6435 Windward Parkway

Partner Youth Athletic Associations............................................ 24 Teen & Adult Athletic Leagues.................................................... 25 Fitness Programs - Adult.............................................................. 26-27 Outdoor Programs - Youth and Adult......................................... 28-29 North Park Tennis Center............................................................. 30-32 Wills Park Tennis Center / Webb Bridge Tennis Center............ 33 Programs for Active Adults.......................................................... 34-36 Wills Park Equestrian Center....................................................... 37 Special Recognition...................................................................... 38 Registration Information.............................................................. 39 Important Registration Dates...................................................... Back Cover Wills Park: • Administrative Office...............................1825 Old Milton Parkway • Alpharetta Community Center..........................175 Roswell Street • City Pool.....................................................1815 Old Milton Parkway • Wills Park Equestrian Center...............................11915 Wills Road • Wills Park Recreation Center...............................11925 Wills Road Future Pocket Park Locations: • 3395 Kimball Bridge Road • Mid-Broadwell Road • 210 Milton Avenue • 860 Old Rucker Road • Westside Park

The Big Creek Greenway is open 8 am until dusk, every day throughout the year. To ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment, the Greenway is patrolled on a regular basis by the Alpharetta Police Department. Call boxes with emergency-only phones are available in the locations indicated on the map.

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The Benefits are Endless!

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Softball Fields

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Children’s Playground

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Disc Golf Course

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Hockey Rink

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Gymnasium

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Stables, Covered Arena, Show Rings

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Outdoor Swimming Pool/Splash Zone

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Walking Trails/Paths

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Waggy World Paw Park

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Arboretum

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Community Garden

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Youth Soccer Fields Tennis Courts

Rock Mill Park

Youth Baseball Fields

Cogburn Road Park

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Crabapple Government Center

North Park

Webb Bridge Park

Union Hill Park

Windward Soccer Facility

Brooke Street Park

Avalon Fitness Park

Big Creek Greenway

Wills Park

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General Information GENERAL INFORMATION

ALPHARETTA RECREATION AND PARKS DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT: The Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Department strives to promote the highest quality recreation programs and park facilities to our citizens consistent with our core values of Excellence, Stewardship, Integrity, Service and Loyalty.

GENERAL HOURS OF OPERATION for Alpharetta

PHONE DIRECTORY

Community Center: Monday – Thursday...... 8:30am–9pm Friday ........................... 8:30am–7pm Saturday ....................... 10am–4pm Sunday ......................... Closed

Main Phone Number............................................................ 678-297-6100 Administrative Office Fax ................................................... 678-297-6101 Alpharetta Adult Activity Center........................................ 678-297-6140 Alpharetta Adult Activity Center Fax ................................ 678-297-6141 Alpharetta Community Center............................................ 678-297-6100 Alpharetta Community Center Fax..................................... 678-297-6151 City Pool (Memorial Day to Labor Day Only) .................... 678-297-6108 Crabapple Government Center........................................... 678-297-6160 Crabapple Government Center Fax ................................... 678-297-6161 Greenway Information ........................................................ 678-297-6123 Special Events Office............................................................ 678-297-6078 Special Events Office Fax ................................................... 678-297-6381 Wills Park Equestrian Center .............................................. 678-297-6120 Wills Park Equestrian Center Fax........................................ 678-297-6121 Wills Park Recreation Center .............................................. 678-297-6130 Wills Park Recreation Center Fax........................................ 678-297-6131

GENERAL HOURS OF OPERATION for Wills Park Recreation Center (WPRC is open later on Saturdays during youth basketball season): Monday – Thursday...... 8:30am–9pm Friday ........................... 8:30am–7pm Saturday ....................... 8:30am-12:30pm Sunday ......................... Closed GENERAL HOURS OF OPERATION for Recreation & Park Administrative Office, Crabapple Government Center, Special Events Office, and Wills Park Equestrian Center: Monday – Thursday...... 8:30am–5pm Friday ........................... 8:30am–4:30pm Saturday & Sunday....... Closed

GENERAL HOURS OF OPERATION for Adult Activity Center: Monday – Thursday...... 8:30am–5pm Friday ........................... 8:30am–4:30pm Saturday ....................... 8:30am-4pm Sunday ......................... Closed

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS All Alpharetta Recreation and Parks facilities and programs will close on the following designated City holidays:...

• September 4 • November 23-24 • December 22 (close at 12pm) • December 25 • January 1 • January 15 The City of Alpharetta provides equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran’s status, and disability.

The City of Alpharetta complies with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and will provide reasonable accommodations to members of the public, if so requested.

The information contained in this recreation guide is subject to change without notice.

CITY OF ALPHARETTA MAYOR David Belle Isle COUNCIL MEMBERS Dan Merkel Jason Binder Jim Gilvin Donald F. Mitchell Mike Kennedy Chris Owens RECREATION COMMISSION Jamie Bendall Ben Easterling – Chairman Jarrett Long – Vice Chairman Kevin Johnson Shuntel Beach Melissa Jurgens CITY ADMINISTRATOR Robert J. Regus RECREATION AND PARKS DIRECTOR Morgan Rodgers, CPRP

RAINOUT HOTLINE DIRECTORY Adult Athletics Rainout Hotline.............................................. 678-297-6169 North Park Tennis Rainout Hotline 678-297-6145 Wills Park & Webb Bridge Park Tennis Rainout Hotline 678-297-6168 .(press 3) Youth Athletics Rainout Hotline 678-297-6168 (press 1) City Pool General Rainout Info............................................... 678-297-6108 Swim Lessons & Swim Team Hotline ..................................... 678-297-6108

WEB DIRECTORY Alpharetta Recreation & Parks .................................www.alpharetta.ga.us/recreation Alpharetta Recreation & Parks Athletic Leagues.....www.quickscores.com/Alpharetta Alpharetta Ambush Soccer Club .............................www.alpharettaambush.org Alpharetta Youth Baseball Association ....................www.alpharettayouthbaseball.org Alpharetta Youth Softball Association .....................www.alpharettasoftball.com North Atlanta Football League ...............................www.nafl.club North Metro Miracle League....................................www.nmml.net Alpharetta City Band ...............................................www.alpharettaband.com Alpharetta Community Garden ............. alpharettacommunitygarden2016@gmail.com Alpharetta Gymnastics Academy ............................www.alpharettagymnastics.com Alpharetta Sharks Swim/Dive Team ........................www.alpharettasharks.com Alpharetta Bike Share Program ...............................www.zagster.com/Alpharetta Bike Alpharetta ........................................................www.bikealpharetta.org

ONLINE LINKS Alpharetta City Bike Routes http://alphagis.alpharetta.ga.us/alphagis/pdfs/BIKE_LOOP_042914.pdf Greenway Story Map http://www.alpharetta.ga.us/government/departments/recreation-parks/ facilities/big-creek-greenway Bill Lusby Dennis Mitchell Wendi Schutt

Like us on Facebook at Alpharetta Recreation

Follow us on Twitter @AlpharettaParks

Visit our website at www.alpharetta.ga.us to view/download forms, recreation guide, park information, and to subscribe to the City of Alpharetta newsletter.

2018 Spring / Summer Recreation Guide will be available online in January 2018.

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Department Update

With the support of citizens and City officials, our department strives to offer quality programs and parks consistent with the City’s core values of Excellence, Stewardship, Integrity, Service, and Loyalty. Please contact any member of our staff for information on how your family can enjoy and benefit from our programs and services.

WELCOME In April 2017, Morgan Rodgers took over the helm as Director of Alpharetta’s award-winning Recreation and Parks Department!

Morgan has been a leader in the recreation and parks industry for more than 40 years and has served five southeastern cities during his career. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation and Parks Administration from Clemson University, and is also an accomplished author.

Welcome aboard Morgan!

POINTS OF PRIDE National Gold Medal Award: Alpharetta Recreation and Parks has been named as a finalist for the prestigious National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management, administered by the National Recreation and Park Association. This award honors communities throughout the United States that demonstrate excellence in long-range planning, resource management, public support, citizen involvement, and innovative approaches to delivering superb park and recreation services. Alpharetta joins three other finalists to compete for the National Gold Medal Grand Plaque Award honors for our category. The award recipient will be announced at the 2017 NRPA Annual Conference in September.

PARK AND CAPITAL PROJECTS SUMMARY Wills Park: The new batting pavilion at Wills Park was completed in Spring 2017. The City Pool at Wills Park will undergo a major renovation in 2017-2018. The pool is scheduled to close August 1, 2017 to ensure the project is finished in time for the pool to open to the public in May 2018.

Webb Bridge Park: Construction of a spectator seating area was completed in Spring 2017.

Alpharetta Arts Center: The City will begin development of the new Alpharetta Arts Center located at 238 Canton Street later this year. This will be the home of a variety of existing and expanded cultural arts programs, classes, and events. The current plan is to open the new center in early Summer 2018.

Alpharetta Big Creek Greenway: Boardwalk replacements in various locations along the trail continue. City officials are working on plans to extend the northern end of the trail system to connect with Forsyth County’s trail system.

Pocket Parks/Neighborhood Parks: In recent months, the City has purchased approximately 25 acres of new park land in various areas of Alpharetta. Public input will be sought prior to any development beginning on these properties.

City staff has been working with a design team to develop a comprehensive master plan for Union Hill Park and Windward Soccer Complex.

Park System Wayfinding Signage Project: City staff has been working with a design team to redesign the wayfinding guide for the City’s park system and trails. The goal is to provide an intuitive and comfortable navigational experience while creating uniformity in the signage brand.

Implementation of the plan will be completed in phases based on available funding.

Alpharetta Bike Share Program: Explore your City of Parks! The City of Alpharetta’s Bike Share Program continues to grow, providing residents and visitors a bike-friendly transportation alternative. In addition to the existing bike docking stations located in designated areas along Alpharetta Big Creek Greenway and Avalon, future docking stations are planned for City Center and Thompson Street Park. All stations will be interconnected allowing users to bike and explore more of Alpharetta. Each user must set up an account at www.zagster.com/Alpharetta. Bikes can be rented by accessing a website account or through Zagster’s mobile app.

First 3 hours of use each day are at no cost. Each additional hour is $3, with a cap of $24 per day.

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Community Events and Special Programs

ALPHARETTA FOOD TRUCK ALLEY

Stroll the streets, eat delicious food, and listen to great live music! This weekly gathering hosts a variety of 6-9 rotating food trucks, along with musical entertainment.

DAY/DATE/TIME Thursdays / April-October / 5pm-9pm LOCATION Historic Downtown Alpharetta INFO 678-297-6382 hlew@alpharetta.ga.us

19th ANNUAL TOUCH-A-TRUCK

A child’s imagination kicks into gear while exploring, touching, or climbing aboard vehicles of all shapes and sizes! Emergency vehicles, construction equipment, military vehicles, trucks, motorcycles, buses, limousines, and more are on display.

Touch-a-Truck t-shirts (infant, youth sizes), kid-friendly concessions, and festive foods will be sold (cash only please).

Free event admission and parking.

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / August 19 / 10am-2pm LOCATION Wills Park (near Wacky World Playground) INFO 678-297-6130 wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

FAMILY AND FRIENDS CPR (AGE 18+)

One-day course teaches lifesaving skills of adult Hands-Only CPR, child CPR with breaths, adult/child AED use, infant CPR, and relief of choking for adult/child/infant. Age 13+ allowed with parent or guardian. Free!

DAY/TIME DATES LOCATION COURSE INFO

Saturday / 9:30am-12:30pm September 16, November 18, January 20 Alpharetta Adult Activity Center www.facebook.com/AlpharettaPublicSafety (events)

FIRST AID (AGE 18+)

Learn critical skills to respond to and manage an emergency in the first few minutes until EMS arrives. Develop skills on how to treat bleeding, sprains, broken bones, shock and other first aid emergencies. Age 13+ allowed with parent or guardian.

Free!

DAY/TIME DATES LOCATION COURSE INFO

GRILLING & GRIDIRON

Saturday / 9:30am-12:30pm October 21, December 16, February 17 Alpharetta Adult Activity Center www.facebook.com/AlpharettaPublicSafety (events)

It’s a tailgate party to crown the Alpharetta Grilling Champion!

Community groups and restaurants set up tailgating displays and grills to create fabulous dishes. Attendees sample all the creations and vote for the Grilling Champion. A sampling of beverages, food, and fun for the entire family! Free admission for the football game.

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / September 9 / 5pm LOCATION Historic Downtown Alpharetta INFO 678-297-6382 hlew@alpharetta.ga.us

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Community Events and Special Programs

SCARECROW HARVEST

RESTLESS IN RESTHAVEN

Enjoy a FREE children’s festival to celebrate the spirit of the fall, with over 100 locally created scarecrows on display along downtown Alpharetta streets. This day of family fun includes a farmers market, music, hay rides, face painting, story-telling, inflatables, and scarecrow awards.

Join the fun in advance by designing a scarecrow personality for display!

For details, visit www.alpharetta.ga.us.

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / September 30 / 10am–2pm LOCATION Historic Downtown Alpharetta INFO 678-297-6049, edillard@alpharetta.ga.us

WIRE & WOOD ALPHARETTA SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL Music flows through the streets as talented artists perform their own songs with soulful melodies, magnificent vocals and expressive lyrics while interacting with the audience. Listeners learn the stories behind each song and may recognize tunes played by their favorite musicians.

DAY/DATE/TIME Friday-Saturday / October 6-7 / TBA LOCATION Historic Downtown Alpharetta INFO 678-297-6078, kdodson@alpharetta.ga.us

Spirits come alive on this walking tour of downtown Alpharetta and Resthaven Cemetery. Meet costumed characters from Alpharetta’s past as they stroll along Milton Avenue and through the cemetery. Discover how Alpharetta grew from a farming community to the Technology City of the South during a 60-minute historic downtown tour.

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday-Sunday / October 14-15 / TBA LOCATION Tours begin at Smokejack BBQ 29 S. Main St. INFO 678-297-6382, hlew@alpharetta.ga.us

MUNCHKIN MASQUERADE (AGE 5-10) Parents, do you need a “coffin break?” Let us entertain the kids, while you enjoy grown-up time with your “ghoul” friends! Children will have a fang-tastic time with games and activities in a fun, safe setting supervised by ARPD staff. Pizza and snacks served.

Children are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes for fun!

Space limited; pre-registration required by October 25.

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / October 28 / 5:30pm-8:30pm COST $5 Resident; $7.50 Non-Resident LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

4th ANNUAL VETERANS BREAKFAST Complimentary breakfast, speakers, and entertainment to thank and honor Veterans on this special day.

DAY/DATE/TIME Friday / November 10 / 7:30am-9am LOCATION Alpharetta Adult Activity Center INFO 678-297-6140 activeadults@alpharetta.ga.us

STORIES, SONGS & S’MORES Pack up blankets, lawn chairs and the kids, and head to Rock Mill Park for a fun family evening! Gather around the campfire for old-fashioned stories led by seasoned storyteller, then wrap up the evening with sing-along songs from a great entertainer. Hot chocolate, coffee, s’mores, and a craft are included. Space is limited; pre-registration required by October11.

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / October 14 / 5:30pm-7:30pm COST PER PERSON $5 Resident; $7.50 Non-Resident LOCATION Rock Mill Park, 3100 Kimball Bridge Road INFO 678-297-6100 accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

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Community Events and Special Programs

SANTA’S MAILBOX Holiday elves install a special mailbox at Wills Park Recreation Center for children to mail their letters to Santa! Santa will respond to all letters received between November 27 and December 15. Include child’s first name, last name, age, address, and wish list.

INFO 678-297-6130 wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING Count down the lighting of Alpharetta’s Christmas tree amidst a wonderful celebration of music, children’s performances by local organizations, and of course the arrival of Santa & Mrs. Claus.

Gather around as Mayor David Belle Isle and his wife, Candice, read ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Visit the elves, shop the holiday market, grab dinner from the food trucks, sing a holiday jingle….enjoy merriment for all!

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / December 2 / 5pm LOCATION Historic Downtown Alpharetta INFO 678-297-6048 braymond@alpharetta.ga.us

ALPHARETTA CITY BAND HOLIDAY CONCERT Enjoy festive and traditional holiday music at this free concert co-sponsored by the Alpharetta Golden Age Club. Cookies and punch will be served.

DAY/DATE/TIME Sunday / December 3 / 3pm LOCATION Alpharetta Adult Activity Center INFO 678-297-6140 activeadults@alpharetta.ga.us

COOKIES WITH THE CLAUSES Children enjoy decorating cookies, making crafts, and visiting with Santa & Mrs. Claus. Bring your camera for a great photo opportunity! No charge for this event. However, participants are asked to bring a new, unwrapped gift to the event, for donation to Toys-for-Tots. Pre-registration required by December 4 (walk-ins not accepted). Register early; event fills fast!

DAY/DATE/TIME Wednesday / December 6 12:30pm-2:30pm LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center INFO 678-297-6100 accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

Children visit with Santa and enjoy a light breakfast! Personal cameras welcome. Register children (ages 1-10) by December 4.

Bring a new, unwrapped gift for donation to a local charity.

Breakfast for children only; parents enjoy coffee. Free!

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Saturday / December 9 / 8:30am-10:30am Alpharetta Adult Activity Center 678 297-6140 activeadults@alpharetta.ga.us

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SPEC I A L I NT ER EST G R O U P S ALPHARETTA CITY BAND

www.alpharettaband.com Information Don Nahser, Band Manager 770-475-9684

PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA CLAWS!

Come paws; come all! You and your pet(s) can be photographed with Santa Claus! This holiday pet portraiture is a special bonding experience between owners and their pets.

It can make the perfect greeting card, original gift or heartfelt keepsake. Certain restrictions apply for pets. Free!

DAY/DATE/TIME LOCATION INFO

Saturday / December 9 / 12pm-2pm (weather permitting) Waggy World Dog Park 678-297-6130 wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

GRINCH-MAS PARTY (AGE 5-10)

We got an idea…an awful idea…a wonderful awful idea!

We’re having a very Grinchy party! ‘Tis no better reason to celebrate the season than to decorate it Red, White, and Grinch. Enjoy good eats, make things that are neat, and celebrate Grinch-mas with us!

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / December 16 / 5:30pm-8:30pm COST $5 Residents; $7.50 Non-Residents LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

FATHER/DAUGHTER DANCE

Fathers and daughters are invited to step out for a fun evening! A special time full of sweet memories awaits participants, along with dancing, refreshments, desserts, a keepsake photo and the always dazzling DJ light show.

Event fills quickly and space is limited, so be sure to register early! Walk-ins not accepted at event. Deadline to register is February 2.

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Friday / February 9 / 6:30pm-9pm $20 Resident; $30 Non-Resident Alpharetta Community Center 678-297-6100 accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

Founded in August 1989, the Alpharetta City Band is an integral part of Alpharetta’s cultural arts. An ongoing adult recreation program, the ACB is open to all adult band musicians and high school students with the recommendation of their band directors. The ACB performs for such City events as July 4th, City Tree Lighting, Taste of Alpharetta, and Old Soldiers Day. Other concerts are held at churches, senior resident complexes, and special events. No auditions are required and openings are available in most sections.

Rehearsals held on Wednesdays, 7:30pm-9:30pm at the Crabapple Government Center, 12624 Broadwell Road. For more information, or an invitation to a rehearsal, contact the Band Manager.

BIKE ALPHARETTA www.bikealpharetta.org

Bike Alpharetta Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit community organization comprised of local residents and civic leaders advocating an enjoyable, safe environment for all types of bicycle use in Alpharetta, Georgia. Membership is free and you become a member by supporting the group through volunteerism and/or tax-deductible monetary donations. Bike Alpharetta is focused on: • Building awareness for cyclists and motorists to considerately share the road • Providing feedback to city planners for developing safer roadways and trails • Promoting bicycling as a healthy activity and alternative mode of transportation for riders of all ages in the community • Volunteer projects include annual Bikes-For-KidsAlpharetta initiative, collecting/cleaning gently used bikes for distribution to community children in need To learn more about Bike Alpharetta, visit our website.

Like us on Facebook at Bike Alpharetta, and follow us on Twitter at @BikeAlpharetta.

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Art for Adults

ADULT ART PROGRAMS Classes for age 18+ are held at Crabapple Government Center, 12624 Broadwell Road, unless otherwise noted.

Supply fee is non-refundable. A supply list will be provided for each class.

INFO 678-297-6165, arts@alpharetta.ga.us NOTE No classes September 4, November 20-24, December 22-Janurary 5, January 15, or during Fulton County School closures.

ART - INTRO TO PAINTING OIL & ACRYLIC with Kip Rogers This class is tailor-made for beginners or first-time painters, to walk you through painting in acrylic or oil.

DAY/TIME Wednesday / 10am-12pm Session 1 September 6-October 11 Session 2 October 18-November 29 Session 3 January 10-February 14 COST $80 Resident; $120 Non-Resident

ART - OIL & ACRYLIC PAINTING with Kip Rogers Paint what you want! Class is for all levels and emphasizes basic techniques, composition, color mixing and glazing.

DAY/TIME Wednesday / 12:30pm-2:30pm Session 1 September 6-October 11 Session 2 October 18-November 29 Session 3 January 10-February 14 DAY/TIME Saturday / 10am-12pm Session 1 September 9-October 14 Session 2 October 21-December 2 Session 3 January 13-February 17 COST $80 Resident; $120 Non-Resident

ART - DRAWING AND PAINTING with Kip Rogers Students work with basic drawing ideas (shading, perspective, composition) and work their way to painting. Color mixing, structure, and a finished painting will be the goal.

DAY/TIME Thursday / 6pm-7:30pm Session 1 September 7-October 12 Session 2 October 19-November 30 Session 3 January 11-February 15 COST $60 Resident; $90 Non-Resident

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ART - PAINTING with Maureen Engle

ART - BRUSH AND BEAN

Hands-on instruction, palette knife and brush painting with oil, acrylic or watercolor; select your medium. Paint from still life or photographs, landscapes, abstract, and more!

DAY/TIME Tuesday / 10am-12:30pm Session 1 September 5-October 10 Session 2 October 17-November 28 Session 3 January 9-February 13 DAY/TIME Thursday / 10:30am-1pm Session 1 September 7-October 12 Session 2 October 19-November 30 Session 3 January 11-February 15 DAY/TIME Thursday / 1pm-3:30pm Session 1 September 7-October 12 Session 2 October 19-November 30 Session 3 January 11-February 15 COST $100 Resident; $150 Non-Resident

It’s a Coffee & Canvas paint party, even if you can’t paint a stick! In a fun, social, group setting, an artist will guide you through replicating a featured painting step-by-step. Everything is furnished. Coffee and light refreshments provided. Pre-registration required.

LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center DAY/TIME/DATE Saturday / 1pm-4pm / October 14 INSTRUCTOR Jennifer Tanksley COST $25 Resident; $37.50 Non-Resident

NEW! ART - MASTER IN ME with Leena Joshi Study the styles of master artists such as Monet, Van Gogh and Picasso, then create your own original works! Students can choose to paint from still life or from a photograph.

DAY/TIME Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 COST

Tuesday / 1pm-3pm September 5-October 10 October 17-November 28 January 9-February 13 $80 Resident; $120 Non-Resident

NEW! ART - WHEEL THROWN POTTERY

Explore wheel thrown pottery techniques to create vessels in clay. Primary class focus is on learning basic techniques for controlling and creating on the wheel. 8-weeks, unless noted.

DAY/TIME Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 DAY/TIME Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 DAY/TIME Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 INSTRUCTOR COST (8 weeks) COST (6 weeks) SUPPLY FEE

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Tuesday / 12:30pm-3pm September 5-October 31 November 7-December 19 (6 weeks) January 9-February 27 Wednesday / 10:30am-1pm September 6-November 1 November 8-December 20 (6 weeks) January 10-February 28 Wednesday / 6:30pm-9pm September 6-November 1 November 8-December 20 (6 weeks) January 10-February 28 Rosita Czekala $132 Resident; $198 Non-Resident $100 Resident; $150 Non-Resident $20 payable to instructor

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Art for Youth

YOUTH ART CLASSES Art Enrichment classes are held at Crabapple Government Center, 12624 Broadwell Road. Non-refundable supply fee is payable to instructor as noted.

INFO 678-297-6165, arts@alpharetta.ga.us NOTE No classes September 4, November 20-24, December 22-Janurary 5, January 15, or during Fulton County School closures.

ART - CREATE WITH ME (AGE 2-5) Join your little one to discover the fun of art together! Using a hands-on approach and mixed media, the class includes painting concepts, shape discovery, ceramics and more. Projects are seasonally themed and vary by session.

DAY/TIME Tuesday / 9:45am-10:45am Session 1 August 8-29 Session 2 September 5-26 Session 3 October 3-24 Session 4 November 7-December 5 Session 5 January 9-30 Session 6 February 6-27 DAY/TIME Wednesday / 9:45am-10:45am Session 1 September 6-27 Session 2 October 4-25 INSTRUCTOR Jessica Barker COST $32 Resident; $48 Non-Resident

ART - CREATIVE PLAYGROUND (AGE 3-5) Little artists will create a special piece of art each month! An adult must attend and participate with the child. All supplies are provided. No fee; pre-registration required; space limited.

DAY/TIME Thursday / 10:30am-11:30am THEME DATE Fall Fun September 21 Boo! October 19 Gobble, Gobble November 16 Holiday December 7 Winter Wonders January 18 Outer Space February 22

NEW! ART - CREATIVE CLAY WORK (AGE 6+) Discover the fun in working with clay. Create whimsical projects to take home. An intro-night to wheel thrown pottery is included.

8-week class unless noted.

DAY/TIME Tuesday / 4pm-5:30pm Session 1 September 5-October 31 Session 2 November 7-December 19 (6 weeks) Session 3 January 9-February 27 INSTRUCTOR Rosita Czekala COST (8 weeks) $94 Resident; $141 Non-Resident COST (6 weeks) $70 Resident; $105 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $25 payable to instructor

ART - TEEN DRAWING, MIXED MEDIA & PORTFOLIO CLASS (AGE 12+) Goals are to assist young artists in developing a significant comfort level with rendering a subject, build upon their skills, and create a body of artwork that can be presented in a portfolio.

DAY/TIME Monday / 5:30pm-7:30pm Session 1 September 11-October 16 Session 2 October 30-December 11 Session 3 January 22-February 26 INSTRUCTOR John Horne COST $90 Resident; $135 Non-Resident

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ART - MINI ART SCHOOL (AGE 6-9)

ART - CARTOON CLASS (AGE 6-10)

Looking for creative adventure? Acrylic, fabric, sand, canvas, and other art materials are used by little artists to create beautiful art work to take home each week.

DAY/TIME Thursday / 4pm-5pm Session 1 September 7-October 12 Session 2 October 19-November 30 Session 3 January 11-February 15 INSTRUCTOR Leena Joshi COST $47 Resident; $70.50 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $15 payable to instructor

Draw cartoon faces with exaggerated facial features, learn how to illustrate movement or sound, personify inanimate objects and ordinary animals into silly cartoon characters! 8-weeks, unless noted.

DAY/TIME Tuesday / 4:15pm-5:30pm Session 1 September 5-October 24 Session 2 November 7-December 19 (6 weeks) Session 3 January 9-February 27 INSTRUCTOR Laura Vandewiele COST (8 weeks) $80 Resident; $120 Non-Resident COST (6 weeks) $60 Resident; $90 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $10 payable to instructor

ART - DRAWING, FOR HOME SCHOOLERS (AGE 6-10) Learn to draw portraits, figures, landscapes, still life, and a few cartoons. Use patterning, shading, perspective and color to create unique works of art, and explore art history. 8-week class unless noted.

DAY/TIME Friday / 12pm-1:15pm Session 1 September 8-October 27 Session 2 November 3-December 15 (6 weeks) Session 3 January 12-March 2 INSTRUCTOR Laura Vandewiele COST (8 weeks) $80 Resident; $120 Non-Resident COST (6 weeks) $60 Resident; $90 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $10 payable to instructor

NEW! ART - ARTZ FOR THE HARP YOUTH HARP CLASS (AGE 6-12) Learn to create and compose music, play the harp in ensemble setting, and rock out solo on Harpsicle Harps! Beginning level class includes music genres from pop to rock and a few classics. Childfriendly sized instruments and all materials provided.

DAY/TIME Thursday / 4pm-5pm Session 1 September 7-November 9 Session 2 November 30-February 15 INSTRUCTOR Lyrika Holmes COST $80 Resident; $120 Non-Resident

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Gymnastics

LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center INSTRUCTOR LD Gymnastics INFO 678-297-6100 accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us Do you have an active, flipping, twisting, gravitydefying ball of energy living in your house? Let them release their energy while developing a love for physical activity in our gymnastics center. A viewing window is available for parents to watch classes.

GYMNASTICS (AGE 5-13)

FALL GYMNASTICS SCHEDULE DATE

COST

Week of August 21 - week of October 23 (10 classes) (no class Sept 4; makeup Oct 30) $95 Resident; $142.50 Non-Resident

WINTER GYMNASTICS SCHEDULE DATE

COST

Each child will be evaluated during first class and placed in groups based on skills/age.

Week of November 6 - week of February 12 (12 classes) (no class weeks of Nov 20, Dec 25, Jan 1) (no class Jan 15; makeup Feb 19) $114 Resident; $171 Non-Resident

*Denotes 45-minute class. All others 1-hour class CLASSES PARENT & TOT*

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

(18 months-2.5 years) 2 YEAR OLDS*

3-4 YEAR OLDS

9:30am

10:30am

10:30am

9:30am

9:30am

9:30am

10:30am

10:30am

11:30am

11:30am

11:30am

9:30am

11:30am

11:30am

3:30pm

9:30am

4:30pm

10:30am

3:30pm

3-5 YEAR OLDS

5-13 YEAR OLDS

10:30am

9:30am

10:30am

11:30am

9:30am

11:30am 1:15pm

1:15pm

1:15pm

1:15pm

11:30am 1:15pm

2:30pm

2:15pm

2:30pm

2:15pm

3:30pm

3:30pm

3:30pm

3:30pm

3:30pm

9:30am

4:30pm

10:30am

4:30pm

5:30pm BOYS (5-10) TUMBLING (5-13)

3:30pm

4:30pm

3:30pm

3:30pm

(8 & up) BACK HANDSPRING CLINIC (5-13)

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5:30pm

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Gymnastics

GYMNASTICS TUMBLING

Tumbling participants should be able to do roundoffs, standing back bends, handstands, and have basic gymnastics skills. Emphasis will be placed on the following skills: back walkovers, front walkovers, back handsprings, round-off back handspring, aerials, standing tucks, back tucks, and front tucks

BACK HANDSPRING CLINIC

Instruction offered with drills and progressive skills to aide in proper technique for learning back handsprings.

Participants work on trampoline, gymnastics floor, and foam pit. Instruction includes work on perfecting handsprings and round-offs, beneficial for round-off back handspring.

HOLIDAY GYMNASTICS CAMPS (AGE 3-10)

ALPHARETTA ACHIEVERS GYMNASTICS TEAM

The Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Department sponsors a gymnastics team that is available by invitation. For further information please email ashleybananol@gmail.com.

GYMNASTICS BIRTHDAY PARTIES (AGE 3+)

Enjoy gymnastics with play in the pit, jumping on 30foot trampoline and swinging on the giant rope. Parties scheduled on Saturdays at 12pm or 2pm.

COST $175 for 1-12 children

$225 for 13-16 children

$275 for 17-22 children

(count includes guest of honor) INFO linda.accgymnastics@gmail.com

DAY/DATE Monday, November 20

Tuesday, November 21

Wednesday, January 3

Thursday, January 4

Friday, January 5 TIME 9:30am-12:30pm COST PER DAY $28.50 Resident; $42.75 Non-Resident

BACK HANDSPRING HOLIDAY CLINIC (AGE 6-14) DAY/DATE TIME COST

Fall 2017/Winter 2018

Wednesday-Friday, January 3-5 1:00pm-2:30pm $42.75 Resident; $64.13 Non-Resident

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Youth Dance Program

RHYTHM N’ SHOES DANCE LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center Dance Room INSTRUCTOR Rhythm N’ Shoes INFO 678-297-6100 accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

RECITAL DANCE CLASS

Registration Process: Recital is a two-session commitment. Payment for recital classes will be done in two separate payments, with Session 2 fees due by November 3. Classes build over the course of the two sessions, culminating with the recital in May. Payment for recital costume paid directly to instructor.

SESSION 1 Week of August 21 - week of December 4 (15 classes)

(no class Sept 4; makeup Dec 11) (no class week of Nov 20) COST $142.50 Resident $213.75 Non-Resident SESSION 2 Week of January 8 - tentative recital date early May

(15 classes, photos, rehearsal, recital = 18 meetings)

(no class Jan 15; makeup April 30)

(no classes April 2-7) COST $171 Resident; $256.50 Non-Resident

RECITAL CLASS SCHEDULE AGE

PROGRAM

DAY

TIME

3-5 years

Pre-Ballet/Tap

Monday

3:30pm-4:30pm

Pre-Ballet/Tap

Tuesday

3:30pm-4:30pm

Pre-Ballet/Tap

Wednesday

3:30pm-4:30pm

Pre-Ballet/Tap

Thursday

10:30am-11:30am

Pre-Ballet/Tap

Friday

10am-11am

Mini Jazz/Hip Bop

Thursday

3:30pm-4:30pm

Ballet/Tap

Saturday

10:45am-11:45am

Ballet/Tap

Monday

4:30pm-5:30pm

Ballet/Tap

Tuesday

4:30pm-5:30pm

Hip Hop/ Jazz

Thursday

4:30pm-5:30pm

8-10 years

Hip Hop/ Jazz

Thursday

5:30pm-6:30pm

Invite Only

Ballet/Jazz (7-9 yr)

Monday

5:30pm-6:30pm

Invite Only

Ballet/Jazz (6-8 yr)

Tuesday

5:30pm-6:30pm

Invite Only

Ballet/Jazz (4-6 yr)

Wednesday

4:30pm-5:30pm

Invite Only

Tap 1 (6-9 yr)

Wednesday

5:30pm-6:15pm

4-6 years 5-7 years 6-8 years

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Youth Dance Program

NON-RECITAL DANCE CLASS SESSION 1

COST SESSION 2

COST

Week of August 21 - week of October 23 (no class Sept 4; makeup Oct 30) $95 Resident; $142.50 Non-Resident Week of November 6 - week of January 29 (no class weeks of Nov 20, Dec 25, Jan 1) (no class Jan 15; makeup Feb 5) $95 Resident; $142.50 Non-Resident

NON-RECITAL CLASS SCHEDULE AGE 2 years

3-5 years

PROGRAM

DAY

TIME

Twinkle Two’s

Monday

9:30am-10am

Tuesday

9:30am-10am

Thursday

10am-10:30am

Friday

9:30am-10am

Saturday

9:30am-10am

Pre-Ballet/Tap

Monday

10am-11am

Princess Pre-Ballet

Monday

11am-11:45am

Pre-Ballet/Tap

Tuesday

10am-11am

Princess Pre-Ballet

Tuesday

11am-11:45am

Princess Pre-Ballet

Wednesday

2:30pm-3:15pm

Pre-Ballet

Thursday

11:30am-12:15pm

Princess Pre-Ballet

Friday

11am-11:45am

Princess Pre-Ballet

Saturday

10am-10:45am

HOLIDAY DANCE CAMPS (AGE 3-6)

DAYS Monday / November 20

Monday / December 18

Tuesday / December 19

Wednesday / December 27

Thursday / December 28 TIME 9:30am-12:30pm COST/DAY $28.50 Resident; $42.75 Non-Resident

VALENTINE TEA PARTY (AGE 3-6)

DATE/TIME February 10 / 12:30pm-3pm COST $25 Resident; $37.50 Non-Resident

Rhythm n’ Shoes BIRTHDAY PARTIES SATURDAYS THEMES Age 3-6

12:15pm or 2:15pm Movin’ n’ Groovin’ (for boys and girls)

Ballet or Princess (girls)

Age 6-8 Hip Bop (girls) Email randsdance@gmail.com for more information and to reserve your party!

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Youth Fitness and Instructional Programs

INSTRUCTIONAL SPORTS CLASSES

Classes focus on teaching participants specific skills in a friendly and fun environment, concentrating on individual abilities and game aspects of each sport.

Six-week , co-ed classes.

DATES Session 1 Week of August 21 - week of September 25 (no class Sept 4; makeup Oct 2) Session 2 Week of October 9 - week of November 13 Session 2 Basketball, ages 8-14 (3 weeks) Week of October 10 - week of October 28 Session 3 Week of January 8 - week of February 12 (no class Jan 15; makeup Feb 19) COST $60 Resident; $90 Non-Resident COST (3 weeks) $30 Resident; $45 Non-Resident INSTRUCTOR More to Hoopz LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center INFO 678-297-6100 accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

BASKETBALL (AGE 4-7) DAY/TIME

DAY/TIME

Tuesday / 5pm-6pm Session 1 / Session 2 / Session 3 Saturday / 10am-11am Session 1 / Session 2

BASKETBALL (AGE 8-14) DAY/TIME

DAY/TIME

Tuesday / 6pm-7pm Session 1 / Session 2 (3weeks) Saturday / 11am-12pm Session 1 / Session 2 (3weeks)

GIRLS BASKETBALL (AGE 8- 14) DAY/TIME

Monday / 5pm-6pm Session 1 / Session 2 / Session 3

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL INTENSE PRESEASON PREP (AGE 14-18) DAY/TIME

Monday / 6pm-7pm Session 1

BASEBALL (AGE 4-7) DAY/TIME

Wednesday / 5pm-6pm Session 1 / Session 2 / Session 3 (indoors)

SOCCER (AGE 4-7) DAY/TIME

DAY/TIME

Thursday / 5pm-6pm Session 1 / Session 2 / Session 3 (indoors) Saturday / 10am-11am Session 1 / Session 2

PRIVATE BASKETBALL INSTRUCTION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST Please email crmcghee10@gmail.com to schedule your lesson.

BOOK A SPORTS BIRTHDAY PARTY!

FLAG FOOTBALL (AGE 5-8) DAY/TIME

Choose basketball, flag football, soccer, baseball, or multisport themed party. Parties available Saturday afternoons, March-October. Please email crmcghee10@gmail.com to book your party!

Monday / 5pm-6pm Session 1 / Session 2

LACROSSE (AGE 5-8) DAY/TIME DATE

Tuesday / 5pm-6pm Session 1 / Session 2 Bring goggles and mouth guard

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INSTRUCTIONAL SPORTS - SATURDAY CLINICS AND SPECIAL EVENTS Instructor Carla McGhee, Former WNBA Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist

BASKETBALL BOOTCAMP / SKILL DEVELOPMENT 1 (AGE 8-13 and 14-18)

Work on and refine fundamental skills (shooting, passing, ball handling, rebounding, defense), along with individual/ group offense and game situations. Get ready for fall ball!

DATE/TIME September 16 / 12:30pm-3:30pm (age 8-13) DATE/TIME September 23 / 12:30pm-3:30pm (age 14-18) $35 Resident; $52.50 Non-Resident COST

WNBA LEGENDS CLINIC (AGE 8-18)

Sharpen skills and develop your game while learning from the pros!

DATE/TIME September 30 / 10:30am-11:30pm COST $65 Resident; $97.50 Non-Resident

AGILITY CLINIC (AGE 8-18)

A combination of speed, agility, strength and core training using ropes, tires, resistance bands, weights, ladders and cones. Intro to performance training, skill development, and identifying athletic potential.

DATE/TIME October 7 / 9:30am-11:30am COST $35 Resident; $52.50 Non-Resident

HOLIDAY BREAK MULTI-SPORT DAY CAMP (AGE 6-12)

A fun and exciting holiday camp offering full-day instruction on basketball, soccer, football, lacrosse, volleyball and baseball! Complete with games and activities so children stay active and engaged all day.

SESSION 1 November 20-22 / Monday-Wednesday SESSION 2 December 27-29 / Wednesday-Friday SESSION 3 January 2-4 / Tuesday-Thursday TIME 9am-3pm (pre/post camp available 8:30am-5pm) $180 Resident; $270 Non-Resident COST LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center INFO 678-297-6100 accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

Fall 2017/Winter 2018

LIL’ VIBE FITNESS (AGE 4-10)

Creative dance fitness program that blends rhythmic moves, fun fitness, and wellness activities. Curriculum developed from national standards of American Council on Exercise, Shape America, and Presidential Youth Fitness Program. Goal is to educate and inspire kids to live active, healthy lives! Students work toward a final performance for parents, held at end of each 8-week session.

DAY/TIME Monday / 4:15pm-5pm -orTuesday / 4:15pm-5pm Session 1 August 21-October 24 (no class Sept 4-5; Oct 9-10) Session 2 October 30-December 19 Session 3 January 15-March 6 COST $60 Resident; $90 Non-Resident INSTRUCTOR Corena Spiron LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

SHOTOKAN KARATE (AGE 7+)

Practicing traditional karate tones the body, develops composure, increase self-confidence, and heightens one’s sense of awareness to help avoid dangerous situations.

DAY/TIME Monday, Wednesday / 6pm-7pm Session 1 September 25-December 23 (no class Nov 20, 22, 25) Session 2 December 27-March 19 (no class Jan 1, 15) COST $195 Resident; $292.50 Non-Resident DROP-IN $12 Resident; $18 Non-Resident INSTRUCTOR Daryl D. Adams, 5th Degree Black Belt LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

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Youth Fitness and Instructional Programs

SPORTYKES - CLASSES (AGE 2-5) SESSION 1

Week of September 4 - week of October 30 (no class Sept 4; makeup Nov 6) SESSION 2 Week of November 13 - week of February 12 (no class weeks of Dec 25 and Jan 1) (no class Jan 15; makeup Feb 19) COST $99 Resident; $148.50 Non-Resident INSTRUCTOR SporTykes LLC LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center (gym or event lawn) INFO 678-297-6100 accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

TINY TYKES (AGE 2)

Tiny Tykes teaches basic coordination skills associated with soccer, t-ball, basketball or football in a fun and colorful atmosphere. Tiny Tykes is not a parent participation class.

SPORTYKES (AGE 3-5)

SporTykes is a program designed to introduce children to the very basic fundamental skills needed to play soccer, t-ball, basketball or football in a fun environment.

Program

Monday

Tuesday

Thursday

Friday

Tiny Tykes

10:00am

10:00am

10:00am

10:00am

SporTykes

10:45am

10:45am

10:45am

10:45amÂ

Tiny Tykes: 30-minute class; SporTykes: 45-minute class

SPORTYKES - BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Choose basketball, t-ball or soccer themed party. Parties are offered Saturday afternoons, March-October.

Email sportykes@bellsouth.net to book your party!

BABYSITTER CERTIFICATION CLASSES (Age 10-15)

Babysitting skill is not just about changing diapers! Learn the business of being a good babysitter through safety skills (basic CPR and First Aid), etiquette, marketing, choosing age-appropriate fun activities, and knowing what parents are looking for when they hire a babysitter.

Great class for older siblings, potential camp counselors, neighborhood babysitters, and scout groups.

FALL 1 Saturday, September 16 / 1pm-4pm FALL 2 Monday, October 9 / 10am-1pm (Fulton County Schools non-student day) FALL 3 Saturday, November 11 / 1pm-4pm WINTER 1 Friday, January 5 / 10am-1pm (Fulton County Schools non-student day) WINTER 2 Friday, February 16 / 10am-1pm (Fulton County Schools non-student day) INSTRUCTOR CPR Training School COST $45 Resident; $67.50 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center INFO 678-297-6100 accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

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NEW! CUPCAKE AND CAKE DECORATING

MOMMY/DADDY & ME CUPCAKE DECORATING (AGE 5+)

Fun to decorate, take-home treats! Easy instructions and all materials provided.

INSTRUCTOR Cupcake by D’signz LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

Color fondant or buttercream, knead and cut out fondant shapes, or pipe basic details to decorate 3 cupcakes. Great activity for parent and child!

DAY/DATE/TIME Tuesday / September 12 / 6pm-7:30pm COST $30 Resident; $45 Non-Resident Cost covers 1 adult/1 child ($10 for an additional person)

BACK TO SCHOOL CUPCAKE FUN (AGE 6+)

Celebrate the start of a new school year by using various fondant methods to create fun-filled cupcakes. Learn to color, knead, roll and cut out fondants to decorate 3 cupcakes.

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / September 16 12:30pm-2:30pm COST $15 Resident; $22.50 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $15 payable to instructor

EMOJI CRAZY CUPCAKES (AGE 6+)

It is emoji time! Decorate 3 cupcakes by learning to color, knead, roll and cut out fondants.

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / October 13 / 1pm-3pm COST $15 Resident; $22.50 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $15 payable to instructor

CAKE DECORATING (AGE 10+)

Frost and decorate a 6-inch, 2-layer vanilla cake! Learn about crumb-coating and icing dams. Finish off creations with fondant decorations and candy!

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / November 11 / 1pm-3pm COST $35 Resident; $52.50 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $10 payable to instructor

HOLIDAY CUPCAKE DECORATING (AGE 6+)

Flat top frost a cupcake and use fondant cutouts to assemble 3 animal cupcakes! Basic fondant techniques taught.

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / December 9 / 12pm-2pm COST $15 Resident; $22.50 Non-Resident

GIANT GINGERBREAD PEOPLE (AGE 6+)

Decorate a large gingerbread girl or boy! Smaller cookies provided to decorate, along with punch and holiday music.

DAY/DATE/TIME Tuesday / December 16 / 12:30pm-2pm COST $10 Resident; $15 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $10 payable to instructor

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Youth Athletic Leagues

Space in youth athletic leagues is limited per age group. Register early! Don’t delay!!

INFO

678-297-6160 athleticprograms@alpharetta.ga.us WEBSITE www.quickscores.com/Alpharetta VOLUNTEER! Interested in serving as a volunteer coach? Please contact us at 678-297-6160 or athleticprograms@alpharetta.ga.us for an application.

All volunteers must successfully pass the City’s background check which includes a criminal history check.

IMPORTANT Alpharetta Recreation and Parks does NOT take special requests for youth athletic league team formation. When registering, indicate ONE night per week the participant CANNOT practice. Although not guaranteed, this will be considered during team formation.

BASKETBALL - WINTER RECREATION (BOYS/GIRLS, AGE 6-15) Priority Registration

August 4-September 8

City of Milton Registration

August 11-September 8

Open Registration

August 18-September 8

AGE CALCULATION (as of September 1, 2017) COST $100 Resident; $175 Non-Resident PRACTICES BEGIN Week of October 30 GAMES BEGIN December 2 (post-holiday games resume January 6) LOCATIONS Alpharetta Community Center Crabapple Government Center Wills Park Recreation Center NOTE Participant medals will be given to ages 6-13

SOCCER - SPRING RECREATION Priority Registration

November 28-January 19

City of Milton Registration

December 5-January 19

Open Registration

December 12-January 19

BOYS/GIRLS BIRTH YEAR

COED BIRTH YEAR

COST RESIDENT/NON-RESIDENT

2013

$80 / $140

2012

$80 / $140

2010/2011

$100 / $175

2008/2009

$140 / $245

2006/2007

$140 / $245

2004/2005

$140 / $245

2002/2003

$140 / $245

1999-2001

$140 / $245

PRACTICES BEGIN Week of February 12 GAMES BEGIN Week of March 3 LOCATIONS Webb Bridge Park, Bridgeway, Milton Center, North Park WEBSITE www.alpharettaambush.org/recsoccer NOTE Participant medals will be given for birth years 2004-2013

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LACROSSE – SPRING RECREATION

VOLLEYBALL - WOLFSBANE WINTER CAMP

Alpharetta Recreation and Parks partners with the Alpharetta High School Junior Raiders Lacrosse Club to provide youth lacrosse (U9-U15). For more information or to register, visit www.juniorraiderslax.com. Teams play an interleague schedule which requires travel to other parks in the North Atlanta area.

Intro to volleyball basics and fun competition, with a focus on individual skill techniques, coordination development and team concepts. Camp provides continuous drill work, promotes skill enhancement through consistent and multiple repetition, and culminates with match play and a mini-tournament. Great for a beginner to get base concept of the game, and for advanced player to get in more focused reps. Camps are coed.

CAMP SESSION 1 Age 10-16 DAY/TIME Monday-Wednesday / 9am-12pm DATE November 20-22 COST $81 Resident; $121.50 Non-Resident

VOLLEYBALL - WOLFSBANE YOUTH COED ACADEMY (AGE 9-14) Academy offers instruction for beginner to intermediate players and gives participants an opportunity to develop skills needed to enjoy the game and move towards competitive play.

DAY/TIME Saturday / 9am-10am SPRING SESSION August 26-November 4 (no class September 16) COST $103.50 Resident; $155.25 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center Gym 1 INFO 678-297-6153 www.wolfsbanevolleyball.com

VOLLEYBALL - WOLFSBANE FALL LEAGUE (AGE 10-16) Wolfsbane Volleyball League is for the recreational to competitive level player. Players will be placed on teams based on age/ability.

AGE CALCULATION (as of September 1, 2017) EVALUATIONS Wednesday / August 16 6pm-7:30pm SESSION August 21-October 30 (no class September 4) DAY/TIME Monday and Wednesday 6pm-7:30pm (practices) COST $220 Resident; $330 Non-Resident LOCATION Evaluations and practices held at Alpharetta Community Center Matches played on Saturdays in Alpharetta or Roswell INFO 678-297-6153 www.wolfsbanevolleyball.com

Fall 2017/Winter 2018

CAMP SESSION 2 DAY/TIME DATE COST

Age 10-16 Wednesday-Friday / 9am-12pm December 27-29 $81 Resident; $121.50 Non-Resident

CAMP SESSION 3 DAY/TIME DATE COST LOCATION

Age 10-16 Tuesday-Friday / 9am-12pm January 2-5 $108 Resident; $162 Non-Resident Alpharetta Community Center (Gym 1) INFO 678-297-6153 www.wolfsbanevolleyball.com

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Partner Youth Athletic Associations

ALPHARETTA YOUTH BASEBALL ASSOCIATION (AYBA)

www.alpharettayouthbaseball.org Play baseball this fall with Alpharetta Youth Baseball Association! AYBA has a simple goal: to provide our families with the best baseball experience possible.

To accomplish this we focus on skills development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and fun! AYBA offers recreational baseball programs (Spring, Summer, Fall) for all skill levels (ages 4-19), Spring Select baseball (ages 9-10, and 11-12), Summer Out of Park/All-Stars (ages 6-12), Cooperstown programs ages 12U, Competitive Travel program (ages 9-14), and Middle School Feeder programs. AYBA invests in our coaches and players by providing professional, on field, hands on, skill development training to insure the continuation of coach/ player success. We pride ourselves in offering our teams beautifully maintained fields, dedicated field time for team practices, new and/or upgraded field equipment, a new covered 6,000+ square foot, batting and practice pavilion, and our commitment to re-schedule games canceled due to weather to ensure you get the most baseball possible!

ALPHARETTA YOUTH SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION (AYSA)

www.alpharettasoftball.com AYSA is a volunteer organization providing softball opportunities (recreation, all-stars, travel) for girls (ages 4-18) at Alpharetta North Park. With 8 beautiful fields and a focus on developing player skills, encouraging sportsmanship, and promoting physical fitness and positive self-esteem, AYSA provides girls and their families a community feeling. Parents are encouraged to participate in all activities. AYSA also partners with area professional fastpitch coaching organizations and former top collegiate athletes to offer numerous skill development clinics to program players. Volunteer coaching opportunities may be available, and coach development training is provided. Registration for Spring Season opens in November, and Fall Season opens in June. Walk-up registrations are welcome during Evaluation Day.

NORTH ATLANTA FOOTBALL LEAGUE (NAFL)

www.nafl.club As a leader in player safety, NAFL is proud to be considered the premier recreational youth flag football, tackle football and cheerleading program for youth in kindergarten-5th grade in the communities surrounding Alpharetta, Milton, Roswell, Johns Creek, and more. NAFL is one of the leading youth football programs in America.

They are implementing baseline testing programs, in game sideline measures and tools such as Pete Carroll’s ‘Hawk Tackle’ keeping the head out of tackling, that are unprecedented in youth football. Hands down, one of the best leagues in the country, according to Buddy Curry, NFL All Pro and Defensive Rookie-of-the-Year, and USA Football ‘Heads Up Tackling’ liaison. With two state-ofthe-art, synthetic turf fields (safer, softer and faster playing surfaces) NAFL’s home fields are located at Alpharetta North Park. Founded in 1975, NAFL is an all-volunteer organization led by members of the community.

NORTH METRO MIRACLE LEAGUE (NMML)

www.nmml.net For over 30 seasons, NMML has continued to provide adapted recreational sports programs, after school and summer fitness day camps, and inclusive social activities that serve children with disabilities and youth in our community. Most activities take place at our sports complex and family center, located in Alpharetta’s North Park. We welcome volunteers of all ages.

It’s a great place to build friendships and complete community service.

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Teen and Adult Athletics

Space in teen/adult leagues is limited. Registration for a league may fill up prior to the closing date.

ADULT LEAGUES Participants must be 18 or older as of first game of the season TEEN LEAGUES Participants must be 15-19 years as of first game of the season NON-RESIDENT FEE $25 per non-resident on team roster (applies to all leagues, in addition to league fee) INFO 678-297-6160 athleticprograms@alpharetta.ga.us WEBSITE www.quickscores.com/Alpharetta NEW FOR 2017-2018 SEASONS Registration for all teen and adult athletic leagues is now to be completed online at

www.alpharetta.ga.us. For assistance, call 678-297-6160.

VOLLEYBALL - ADULT FALL

6-on-6 coed volleyball league designed for players of all skill levels. Teams play one match per week (two games to 25, third game to 15). Matches last up to one hour.

SESSION

August 21-October 30 (no practice September 4) TEAM REGISTRATION July 5-August 7 DAY/TIME Monday or Wednesday 7:30pm-9:30pm COST $400 per team (up to 10 players per team) LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center INFO 678-297-6153 cprell@alpharetta.ga.us

SOFTBALL - ADULT FALL TEAM REGISTRATION ROSTER/NR FEES DUE COST SEASON BEGINS LOCATION DAY Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

July 11-July 21 August 14 $450 per team (plus NR fees) Week of August 21 North Park LEAGUE Men’s C and D; Co-ed D Men’s D and E; Co-ed D Men’s C and D; Co-ed C Men’s D and E

SOFTBALL - ADULT SPRING TEAM REGISTRATION ROSTER/NR FEES DUE COST SEASON BEGINS LOCATION DAY Monday Wednesday Fall 2017/Winter 2018

January 16-26 February 19 $450 per team (plus NR fees) Week of February 26 North Park LEAGUE Men’s C and D; Co-ed D Men’s D and E; Co-ed C

BASKETBALL - MEN’S FALL DIVISIONS

Tuesday A-League Thursday B-League TEAM REGISTRATION July 11-28 ROSTER/NR FEES DUE August 14 COST $400 (plus NR fees) SEASON BEGINS Week of August 21 LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center Wills Park Recreation Center

BASKETBALL - MEN’S SPRING DIVISIONS

Tuesday A-League Thursday B-League TEAM REGISTRATION January 16-February 2 ROSTER/NR FEES DUE February 26 COST $400 (plus NR fees) SEASON BEGINS Week of February 19 LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center Wills Park Recreation Center

BASKETBALL - TEEN WINTER TEAM REGISTRATION ROSTER/NR FEES DUE COST SEASON BEGINS GAMES LOCATION

September 12-29 October 16 $400 (plus NR fees) Week of October 23 Monday and Wednesday Wills Park Recreation Center

BASKETBALL - TEEN SPRING TEAM REGISTRATION ROSTER/NR FEES DUE COST SEASON BEGINS GAMES LOCATION

January 16-February 2 February 19 $400 (plus NR fees) Week of February 26 Monday and Wednesday Wills Park Recreation Center

NEW! UGLY SWEATER ADULT COED KICKBALL TOURNAMENT

Form a team, don your ugliest sweater, and join us for a fun day of kickball! Blow off some holiday steam with friends.

Limit of 8 teams with 8-11 players. Register early!

DATE Saturday, December 9 TIME 12pm COST PER TEAM $50 AGE Adult (16+) LOCATION Wills Park Tee Ball Fields INFO 678-297-6153 cprell@alpharetta.ga.us

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Fitness Programs – Adult

FITNESS – PYW

FITNESS – STEP / PYW

SESSION 1 (Fall) September 5-November 18 SESSION 2 (Holiday) November 27-January 6

(no class Dec 22, 25; Jan 1) (no Saturday classes session 2) SESSION 3 (Winter) January 8-March 31 (no class Jan 15) INSTRUCTOR Aerobic Fitness LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

(Pilates/Yoga/Weight Training) Class combines core strengthening exercises of Pilates, stretching and relaxation of Yoga, and muscle building exercises of weight training. Class is 30-minutes.

PYW SCHEDULE Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

10:10am

10:15am

10:10am

6:25pm

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

10:10am

9:50am

6:25pm

COST (Fall/Winter)

FITNESS - STEP & PYW

(Step Aerobics and Pilates/Yoga/Weight Training) Class consists of step training for an exciting cardio workout, followed by Pilates, Yoga and Weight Training (PYW). Class is 60-minutes, unless otherwise noted.

STEP & PYW SCHEDULE Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

9:40am

9:45am

9:40am

6pm

Thursday

(Resident/Non-Resident) Any 1 day

$25 / $37.50

Any 2 days

$45 / $67.50

Any 3 days

$59 / $88.50

Any 4 days

$76 / $114

Friday

Saturday

Any 5 days

$86 / $129

9:40am

9:20am

Drop-In

$6 / $9

6pm

(except session 2)

COST (Fall/Winter)

COST (Holiday) (Resident/Non-Resident) Any 1 day

$12 / $18

(Resident/Non-Resident)

Any 2 days

$24 / $36

Any 1 day

$39 / $58.50

Any 3 days

$36 / $54

Any 2 days

$59 / $88.50

Any 4 days

$48 / $72

Any 3 days

$69 / $103.50

Any 5 days

$60 / $90

Any 4 days

$89 / $133.50

Drop-In

$6 / $9

Any 5 days

$99 / $148.50

Drop-In

$6 / $9

COST (Holiday) (Resident/Non-Resident) Any 1 day

$18 /27

Any 2 days

$26 / $39

Any 3 days

$33 / $49.50

Any 4 days

$44 / $66

Any 5 days

$55 / $81

Drop-In

$6 / $9

FUTON TO 5K

ALL fitness levels welcome! Join us to train for your first or your fiftieth 5K! A proven training schedule used to work up to a 30-minute run after 10 weeks of training. Run one or both times per week. You GOT this!

DATE/TIME/DAY Week of September 11-week of

November 13 Monday / 5:30pm-6:30pm Saturday / 7:30am-8:30am $30 Resident; $45 Non-Resident Alpharetta Community Center (run on Wills Park trail) INFO 678-297-6153 cprell@alpharetta.ga.us

COST LOCATION

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Fitness Programs – Adult

SHOTOKAN KARATE (ADULT/TEEN)

Practicing traditional karate tones the body, develops composure, increases self-confidence and heightens one’s sense of awareness to help avoid dangerous situations.

INSTRUCTOR Daryl D. Adams,

5th Degree Black Belt September 25-December 23 (no class Nov 20, 22, 25) December 27-March 19 (no class Jan 1 and 15) LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us SCHEDULE SESSION 1

SESSION 2

Wednesday

Saturday

Resident/Non Resident

7pm-8pm

7pm-8pm

N/A

$195 / $292.50

7pm-9pm

7pm-9pm

10:30am-12:30pm

$240 / $360

N/A

N/A

10:30am-12:30pm

$195 / $292.50

Drop-in

Drop-in

Drop-in

$12 / $18)

YOGA

NEW! HULA HOOP FITNESS

Not your mama’s hula hoop! Modern hula hoop dance is a fun aerobic way to strengthen the whole body, improve balance, coordination and flexibility. Learn foundations of hula hooping, then slowly add tricks and techniques. Be ready to laugh, dance, move, and get into the groove! Hoops provided; no experience needed.

DAY/TIME Saturday / 8am SESSION 1 Starts September 9 SESSION 2 Starts October 28 INSTRUCTOR Michelle Hamilton COST (6 weeks) $36 Resident; $54 Non-Resident DROP-IN $6 Resident; $9 Non-Resident LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

Fall 2017/Winter 2018

Monday

Practice the best core workout, improve your posture, and relax your mind in this class, which blends the ancient art of yoga with modern exercise science. Learn how to fit five minutes at a time into your day to improve your overall health.

DAY/TIME Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4

Tuesday / 7pm-8:30pm September 5-October 10 October 17-November 28 December 5-12 (2 week) January 9-February 13

DAY/TIME Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4

Wednesday / 9:30am-11am September 6-October 11 October 18-November 29 December 6-13 (2 week) January 10-February 14

COST 2-WEEK COST INSTRUCTOR LOCATION INFO

$60 Resident; $90 Non-Resident $20 Resident; $30 Non-Resident Joan Pastman Crabapple Government Center 678-297-6165 arts@alpharetta.ga.us

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Outdoor Programs – Youth And Adult

Outdoor programs are coordinated through the Alpharetta Community Center.

INFO 678-297-6100, accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

NEW! NAVIGATORS CLUB (AGE 6-12)

Young navigators learn about the fascinating outdoors while being educated on safety measures to take while enjoying nature. Backpacking, hiking, camp set up, plant and animal identification, cooking outdoors, and more! Class culminates with a field trip to hike Kennesaw Mountain! No experience necessary. Pre-registration required.

DAY/DATE Saturday / September 9-October 14 TIME 10:30am-12pm (last day 10am-12pm) COST $120 Resident; $180 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center Outdoor Classroom

INTRO TO FLY FISHING (AGE 14-ADULT)

NEW! BUG CATCHERS (AGE 3-5)

Land the big one! Fly fishing is fun, relaxing and easy to learn. During the morning, familiarize yourself with equipment, perfect casts on dry land, learn safe-wading techniques and fly fishing etiquette. Break for lunch on your own, then meet at fishing site for an afternoon of casting fun! Participants are responsible for their own transportation to/from fishing site. Includes all equipment plus ‘Fly Fishing 101’ textbook. Fishing license is a course prerequisite and not included. Ages 14-17 must be accompanied by an adult.

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / August 26 / 9am-6pm COST $135 Resident; $202.50 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center Event Lawn; fishing site TBD

Let’s find BUGS! See where they live, what they eat, and how they survive in this big world. Do they have wings? A shell? How many legs? Do they have more than two eyes?

There’s so much to learn and explore!

DAY/TIME Tuesday / 9:30-10:30am Session 1 August 15-September 19 Session 2 September 26-October 31 COST $15 Resident; $22.50 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center; Wills Park

NEW! LIL EXPLORERS (AGE 3-5)

Lil Explorers gives children encouragement to explore the outdoors! Look high, look low, discover what lives where, and what made that sound. Weekly activities theme-based.

Children will love the adventure!

DAY/TIME Thursday / 9:30am-10:30am Session 1 August 17-September 21 Session 2 September 28-November 2 COST $15 Resident; $22.50 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center; Wills Park

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Outdoor Programs – Youth And Adult

ADVANCED FLY FISHING (AGE 14-ADULT)

ROWING CLINICS (AGE 12-18)

For those who have caught the Fly Fishing bug and want to sharpen their skills! Review techniques, equipment, etiquette and safety on Friday evening. On Saturday, head to the river to fish for trout. Participants provide own transportation to/from the fishing site. Fly fishing and casting experience is a prerequisite, along with Georgia Trout License (not included with course). Age 14-17 must be accompanied by an adult.

DATES September 15-16 DAY/TIME Friday / 6pm-8:30pm Saturday / 9am-6pm COST $160 Resident; $240 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center; fishing site TBD

INTRO TO FLY TYING (AGE 14-ADULT)

Learn the techniques for tying your own fly or lure.

Instructor will teach participants the art of tying and creating their own flies. Take your ties to the river or lake and send us pictures of landing your fish! All supplies provided. Ages 14-17 must be accompanied by an adult.

DATE/TIME October 7/ 9am-12pm COST $40 Resident; $60 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center

Fall 2017/Winter 2018

Interested in rowing, but not sure where to start? In these free one-day clinics, learn the fundamentals of rowing, how to use an ergometer (rowing machine), and how to be involved with the ultimate team sport. Clinic hosted by Atlanta Junior Rowing Association, the largest youth rowing organization in Atlanta. No experience necessary.

Pre-registration preferred; walk-ins welcome. Free!

DATES/TIME August 12 / 12:30pm-2pm

January 13 / 12:30pm-2pm LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center, Gym 2 INFO www.AJRACrew.com or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

RECREATIONAL TREE CLIMBING (AGE 6-76+)

Learn a fun, safe way to climb trees on ropes with our introductory climbing course! Climbs are tailored to be as challenging or as leisurely as you like. An adventurous, confidence-building experience for all ages/abilities to discover a sense of joy and exhilaration in the trees!

SESSION 1 August 12 SESSION 2 September 9 SESSION 3 October 14 SESSION 4 November 11 COST $28 Resident; $42 Non-Resident INFO 678-297-6153 accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us Private parties may be booked for birthdays, scouts, church groups, family reunions, team building and more! Email www.FunInTrees.com for more information.

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North Park Tennis Center

Tennis lessons, programming, and related services are provided by Pro AM Tennis, with a mission to run a fun, family-oriented program for local residents.

WEBSITE www.proamtennis.org PROFESSIONAL STAFF Aaron West, 404-457-0000 Michael Greene, 404-547-6508 INFO 678-297-6140, nptennis@alpharetta.ga.us RAINOUT HOTLINE 678-297-6145 Advance registration for Junior Recreational Programs, Adult Beginner/Advance Beginner Clinics and Basic Drills can be made online at www.alphartetta.ga.us or at any recreation facility. Registration for Pro AM Performance Programs/Drills (junior/adult) is required in advance at www.proamtennis.org.

PROGRAMMING AND TENNIS SERVICES: • Junior Recreational / Performance Programs • Adult Instructional Programs / Competitive Drills • Private/Semi-Private Lessons / Group Coaching • Free Game Assessments / Video Tape Analysis • Racquet Stringing / Grip Repair • Ball Machine Rental / Special Events

JUNIOR TENNIS RECREATIONAL PROGRAM

TINY TOTS

For first time players, a fun intro to the game of tennis with an emphasis on fundamentals and motor skills.

Age Range

Class Days/Time Court Size

Racquet Size

Ball Type

4-6 years old

TU & TH @ 4pm-5pm

19 or 21 inches

Red

36’

FUTURE STARS

Class for intermediate/advanced players. Students begin to rally and learn game rules to prepare for USTA 8/under league.

Age Range

Class Days/Time Court Size

6-8 years old

TU & TH @ 4pm-5pm

36’

Racquet Size

Ball Type

19, 21 or 23 inches

Red

RISING STARS

Basic strokes reviewed with emphasis on footwork, combining shots, and keeping ball in play within 60-foot court. Scoring and match play introduced.

Age Range

Class Days/Time Court Size

Racquet Size

Ball Type

8-10 years old

TU & TH @ 5pm-6pm

23 or 25 inches

Orange

60’

RECREATIONAL HITTERS

For Juniors 11+ years, with little or no tennis experience.

Fundamentals emphasized. Fun games in less competitive setting.

Age Range

Class Days/Time Court Size

11+ years old

TU & TH @ 5pm-6pm

78’

Racquet Size

Ball Type

25, 26, or 27 inches

Green/Regular

Promotes the game of tennis with age/ability appropriate instruction in a fun, friendly environment. Sportsmanship, proper court etiquette, and game rules are emphasized.

General student-to-pro ratio is 6:1. No classes on Fulton County School Holidays.

FALL/WINTER SCHEDULE Session Dates

# of Classes

Cost (R/NR)

Session 1

August 4-31

8

$112/$168

Session 2

September 5-28

8

$112/$168

Session 3

October 3-26

8

$112/$168

Session 4

November 2-30

7

$98 / $140

Session 5

December 5-21

6

$84/$126

Session 6

January 9-30

7

$98/$140

Session 7

February 1-27

8

$112/$168

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North Park Tennis Center

ADULT TENNIS PROGRAMS BEGINNER / ADVANCED BEGINNER CLINICS (18+)

Monthly program for players with little or no tennis experience. Basic stroke fundamentals and scoring emphasized, and proper court positioning for singles and doubles. Limited space; pre-registration required. No clinics on Sept 4, Nov 20, Dec 25, Jan 1 & 15.

FALL/WINTER SCHEDULE

PRO AM TENNIS JUNIOR PERFORMANCE PROGRAM For players with a general level of proficiency with most/ all basic strokes. Program further develops technical skills, strengthens ability to perform under pressure with more advanced drilling and weekly match play opportunities.

Prepares players to compete in local ALTA/USTA league play, or USTA-sanctioned tournaments. General studentto-pro ratio is 6:1. No classes on Fulton County School Holidays.

FALL/WINTER SCHEDULE Session Dates

# of Classes

Orange (1 hr) Cost (R/NR)

Green/Regular (1.5.hrs) Cost (R/NR)

Session 1

August 7-30

8

$120 / $180

$180 / $270

Session 2

September 6-27

7

$105 / $158

$158 / $237

Session 3

October 2-30

8

$120 / $180

$180 / $270

Session 4

November 1-29

7

$105 / $158

$158 / $237

Session 5

December 4-20

6

$90 / $135

$135 / $203

Session 6

January 8-31

7

$105 / $158

$158 / $237

Session 7

February 5-28

7

$105 / $158

$158 / $237

Age Range

Class Days/ Time

Court Size

Racquet Size

Ball Type

8-10 years

M&W@ 4pm-5pm

60’

23 or 25 inches

Orange

11+ years old

M&W@ 5pm-6:30pm

78’

25, 26 or 27 inches

Green/Regular

Fall 2017/Winter 2018

Class Days/Time

Monthly Sessions

Cost (R/NR)

M @ 7pm-8pm

August-February

$14 / $21 x # of classes/month

TU @ 9am-10am

August-October

$14 / $21 x # of classes/month

TU @ 12pm-1pm

November-February

$14 / $21 x # of classes/month

BASIC BALL MACHINE DRILLS (NON-CARDIO)

Specifically for players with limited court mobility or players with a 3.0 or lower USTA rating. Work on improving fundamentals through stroke repetition and corrective analysis from Pro AM staff. Space limited; pre-registration required.

FALL/WINTER SCHEDULE Class Days/Time

Weekly Sessions

Cost (R/NR)

F @ 9am-10am

August-October

$14 / $21 per class

F @ 12pm-1pm

November-February

$14 / $21 per class

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North Park Tennis Center

PRO AM TENNIS ADULT PERFORMANCE PROGRAM MATCH TOUGH COMPETITIVE DRILLS (DYNAMIC)

These drills are fun and challenging! Prepares players for weekly league matches with realistic point play in various dynamic doubles scenarios. Limited space; pre-registration required. No drills on Sept 4, Nov 20, Dec 25, Jan 1 and 14.

FALL/WINTER SCHEDULE (AGE 18+) USTA Level

Class Days/Time

Weekly Sessions

Cost

3.0 and below

M @ 9am-10:30am

August-February

$20 or Drill Pass*

3.5 and above

M @ 10:30am-12pm

August-February

$20 or Drill Pass*

3.0 and above

W @ 7pm-8:30pm

August-February

$20 or Drill Pass*

ADVANCED BALL MACHINE DRILLS (DYNAMIC/CARDIO)

Drills for players with USTA rating of 3.5 or above.

Player strokes, physical ability and mental toughness will be tested by forcing quicker response times and adding power, spin and/or depth to each ball feed. Limited space; pre-registration required.

FALL/WINTER SCHEDULE (AGE 18+) USTA Level

Class Days/Time

Weekly Sessions

Cost

3.5 and above

F @ 10:30am-12pm

August-February

$20 or Drill Pass*

PRE-PAID DRILL PASSES

$60 for 4 Drills (Buy 3 + 1 Free) *Drill Passes good for all Match Tough Competitive Drills or Advanced Ball Machine Drills

ALTA / USTA TEAMS

Teams must be pre-approved by Alpharetta Recreation and Parks to form teams out of North Park. Court fees for matches vary and non-residents pay an additional $25/person.

Court fees for team practices are $100 for 7 practices (2 hours, 2 courts per practice).

Additional court fee is $8 per court (2 hours). Team coaching, private and semi-private lessons available through North Park pros. For more information, contact 678-297-6140 or nptennis@alpharetta.ga.us.

PRIVATE / SEMI-PRIVATE GROUP / TEAM LESSONS

$65 (1-2 players); $70 (3-9 players); $10/player (10+)

COURT RENTAL FEES

$8/court (2 hours) Resident, ALTA/USTA members $12/court (2 hours) Non-Resident Court reservations can be made at the Adult Activity Center on Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm (in person or by phone). Credit card payments accepted; correct change required for cash payments.

BALL MACHINE RENTAL $15 (1/2 hour); $25 (1 hour)

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Wills Park Tennis Center / Webb Bridge Tennis Center

RAINOUT HOTLINE 678-297-6168, press 2 DIRECTOR OF TENNIS Jamie Gessner, USPTR INFO 678-297-6130

wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us SESSION 1 August 21-October 2 (no class Sept 4) SESSION 2 October 10-November 21 (no class Oct 31)

SESSION 3 January 9-February 20

HOTSHOTS (AGE 10-12) Classes focus on footwork, forehand, backhand, volley and serve. Goal is to become a more consistent and competitive player and prepare for match play using correct tennis techniques.

COST $126 Resident; $189 Non-Resident SESSION 1 / SESSION 2 Monday

6pm-7:30pm

Webb Bridge

Thursday

6pm-7:30pm

Wills Park

Friday

5:30pm-7pm

Webb Bridge

Saturday

11am-12:30pm

Webb Bridge/Wills Park

JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAMS TENNIS TOTS (AGE 4-6) Students learn basic tennis strokes with a focus on motor skill development. Fun games and drills are taught with special sponge balls designed for young players. $84 Resident; $126 Non-Resident COST SESSION 1 / SESSION 2

INDOOR USTA QUICKSTART PROGRAM (9 & UNDER) Kids can now stay active in winter with their tennis skills!

Players use quickstart, low compression tennis balls and mini nets to work on hand-eye development, movement, and tennis strokes. All classes held at Wills Park Recreation Center and incorporate tennis, fitness, and fun!

COST $84 Resident; $126 Non-Resident SESSION 3

Monday

4pm-5pm

Webb Bridge

Tuesday

4pm-5pm

Wills Park

Thursday

4pm-5pm

Wills Park

Friday

3:30pm-4:30pm

Webb Bridge

DAY

AGE 4-6

AGE 7-9

Saturday

9am-10am

Webb Bridge/Wills Park

Tuesday

3:30pm-4:30pm

4:30pm-5:30pm

Thursday

3:30pm-4:30pm

4:30pm-5:30pm

LITTLE ACES (AGE 7-9) Proper technique of forehand, backhand, volley and serve are taught through fun games and drills. Goal is to become a more consistent player and prepare for match play.

COST $84 Resident; $126 Non-Resident SESSION 1 / SESSION 2 Monday

5pm-6pm

Webb Bridge

Tuesday

5pm-6pm

Wills Park

Thursday

5pm-6pm

Wills Park

Friday

4:30pm-5:30pm

Webb Bridge

Saturday

10am-11am

Webb Bridge/Wills Park

Fall 2017/Winter 2018

ADULT TENNIS PROGRAMS COST

$126 Resident; $189 Non-Resident

SESSION 1 / SESSION 2 PROGRAM

DAY/TIME

LOCATION

Beginner/Advanced Beginner

M @ 7:30pm-9pm

Webb Bridge

Beginner/Advanced Beginner

TU @ 7:30pm-9pm

Wills Park

Advanced Level 2

TH @ 7:30pm-9pm

Wills Park

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Programs for Active Adults

ALPHARETTA ADULT ACTIVITY CENTER A variety of recreation programs for adults 50+!

Join a club ~ Learn a new skill ~ Play pickleball Meet new friends ~ Express your creative side Take a hike ~ Get fit and healthy ~ Travel Volunteer ~ Relax ~ Enjoy!

INFO 678-297-6140, activeadults@alpharetta.ga.us Monthly calendars available at the center or online at www.alpharetta.ga.us/community/services/senior-activities ALPHARETTA GOLDEN AGE CLUB Yearly membership is $15 per person. Business meetings are held on the 1st Tuesday monthly at 10am and then out for lunch. Catered luncheons ($10 per person for AGAC members) are held on the 3rd Tuesday monthly at 11am. Club members provide volunteer assistance at the Alpharetta City Pool concession stand and at center special events. Luncheon dates: September 19, October 17, November 21, December 19, January 16, and February 20

ONGOING PROGRAMS (subject to change without notice) MONDAYS Open Fitness, 8:30am-5pm Senior Tennis, 8:30am-11am Yoga, 8:45am-10am Tai Chi, 10am-11am Stained Glass, 10am-12pm Contract Bridge, 10am-3pm Woodshop, 10am-3pm Ceramics, 10am-5pm Exercise with Instructor or Video, 11am-12pm Mah Jongg, 1pm-4pm Chattahoochee Evening Stars Quilters Guild, 1st Monday, 6pm-9:30pm TUESDAYS Open Fitness, 8:30am-5pm Fitness Orientation, 9am-10am Last Tuesday Bingo, 10am-11:30am, $1 Stained Glass, 10am -12pm Woodshop, 10am-3pm Pinochle, 10am-4pm Social Bridge, 12:30pm-3:30pm Ceramics, 1:30pm-4:30pm and 5pm-8pm

WEDNESDAYS Open Fitness, 8:30am-5pm Senior Tennis, 8:30am-11am Yoga, 8:45am-10am Tai Chi, 10am-11am Texas Hold ‘Em, 10am-1pm Woodshop, 10am-3pm Ceramics, 10am-5pm Exercise with instructor or video, 11am-12pm Knit for Charities, 1pm-3pm Movie Matinee, days vary, 1:30pm THURSDAYS Open Fitness, 8:30am-5pm Mexican Train (dominos), 10am-12pm Stained Glass, 10am-12pm Contract Bridge, 10am-3pm Woodshop, 10am-3pm Newcomer’s Meet & Greet, 1st Thursday, 10:30am Friendship Club Covered Dish Luncheon, 2nd Thursday, 10am-1pm Alpharetta Book Club (Mansell House), 2nd Thursday, 10:30am Line Dance, 1-2pm FRIDAYS Open Fitness, 8:30am-5pm Senior Tennis, 8:30am-11am Yoga, 8:45am-10am Tai Chi, 10am-11am Stained Glass, 10am-12pm Ceramics, 10am-4:30pm Exercise with Instructor or Video, 11am-12pm Rummikub, various board games, 12:30pm-4pm Card Games, 12:30pm-4pm Ping Pong, Shuffleboard & Wii Games, 1pm-2:30pm SATURDAYS Center Open, 8:30am-4pm Pinochle, 12:30pm-4pm Quilting-Back to Basics, 3rd Saturday, 9:30am-12pm

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Programs for Active Adults

YEAR ROUND PROGRAMS Check out the monthly calendar and activity flyers, or call for more information: • Day Trips – variety of excursions by bus • Overnight Trips – multi-day excursions • Collectors Club – day trips • Variety of Speakers / Special Programs – 2nd Tuesday, 10am • Hiking – 3rd Thursday, 8:30am • Omaha Poker – days vary • Health Screening – various options • Wellness Seminars – informative sessions year round • Pickleball – INDOOR at Alpharetta Community Center, Crabapple Government Center, Wills Park Recreation Center. OUTDOOR at North Park Tennis Center. Call for current schedule or go to www.usapa.org for other area locations.

DRAMA CLUB

Want to show off your creative entertainer side and have fun? Maybe the AAAC Drama Club is for you! It’s a place where a ham can be a ham! Preparations for plays or shows meet at various times, depending on project or involvement.

DAY/TIME 2nd Wednesday / 1:30pm

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Programs for Active Adults

SEASONAL PROGRAMS VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION LUNCHEON

Volunteers are our greatest natural resource, offering their time and effort to serve this community. This is an invitation-only luncheon sponsored by Alpharetta Golden Age Club.

DATE/TIME Friday, September 15 / 11:30am-1:30pm

BREAST CANCER SURVIVOR’S BRUNCH Join us for brunch, entertainment, and a guest speaker.

Event is free; donations accepted for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

DATE/TIME Thursday, October 5 / 10am-12pm

COUNTRY WESTERN SHINDIG

Cook-out with all the trimmings, DJ, and line dancing.

Get out your dancing boots and hats, and join us for a ‘rootin-tootin’ fun time!

DATE/TIME Friday, October 13 / 5-8pm COST $10

COFFEE AND CANVAS

It’s a paint party! Spend time in a fun, social, group setting, while an artist guides you step-by-step to replicate the featured painting.

DATE/TIME Saturday, October 21 / 9:30am-12:30pm COST $25/person, all supplies furnished

HOLIDAY CARDS AND GIFTS

Ring in holiday cheer with handmade cards, crafted ornaments, and gifts! A variety of materials provided to create to your delight, while enjoying coffee/cocoa and sweet treats. Register by November 6.

DATE/TIME Monday, November 13 / 1:30-3:30pm COST $20/person, all supplies furnished

AARP DRIVER’S SAFETY COURSE

Pre-registration and payment required. Bring a sack lunch.

DATE/TIME Thursday, November 16 / 9:30am-4pm COST $15 for AARP members $20 for non- members

2ND ANNUAL GINGERBREAD HOUSE

Decorate your own house, play fun games, and enjoy holiday sweets/beverages.

DATE/TIME Thursday, December 14 / 1:30-3:30pm COST $5

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Wills Park Equestrian Center

Wills Park Equestrian Center is a unique feature of the Recreation and Parks Department.

The center hosts a variety of events including 50 Horse Shows, 14 Dog Agility Shows, and 10 Special Events for the current show season. To view or download a schedule of events, visit the City’s website at www.alpharetta.ga.us.

Call 678-297-6120 for more information. Many of these events are free to the public. All events are geared to people of all ages and are held rain or shine. Dust off those boots, put on your fanciest of hats, and make plans to enjoy one of the finest show facilities in the Southeast!

HORSE SHOWS

Horse Shows are the majority of events hosted at the facility. We host local GHJA and Nationally USEFsanctioned (A) rated Hunter Jumper Horseshows. Notable horse shows include Brownwood Farms, Elite Show Jumping, Cheryl & Co., Equus Events, and the Bolshoi Benefit, all of which have hosted shows at the facility for over 25 years. Most of these shows offer free admission so bring the family and enjoy the grace and elegance of horse and rider.

SPECIAL EVENTS

The Animal Rescue Fair is one of the most unique events held at the Center. Over 5,000 people attend this event annually, one of the largest in the Southeast. This event offers a variety of rescue facilities a better way for adoptions.

Additional events scheduled for the current season include the 25th Annual North Fulton Cub Scouts Day Camp, and the 3rd Annual Celebrate Freedom Rodeo offering various rodeo disciplines and vendors.

We also offer a variety of Private Corporate Rentals during the calendar year.

RIDING PASS

Horse owners may purchase a daily or annual riding pass and must use the facility in accordance with park and riding pass rules and regulations. Passes may be purchased at the Equestrian Center Manager’s Office.

DOG SHOWS

The Dog Show schedule typically runs early spring to late fall and follows the AKC Calendar. Some notable clubs showing this year include Atlanta Obedience, Canine Capers, and Sirius Dog Agility. There are vendors at every show so be sure to bring home the best for your dog. Agility trials are races negotiated over an obstacle of jumps, tunnels, tires, weave poles, and seesaws. The dog with the least faults and best time wins.

These are great shows for people who love their canine friends!

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Special Recognition

MEET RECREATION COMMISSION MEMBER KEVIN D. JOHNSON Kevin was appointed to the Commission in November 2016.

Born in Ohio and raised in Massachusetts, Kevin moved to Alpharetta with his family in 2015, fifteen years after his first visit to Alpharetta.

A graduate of Morehouse College where he studied computer science and Spanish, Kevin owns an award-winning marketing and communications firm, Johnson Media Inc., and is a best-selling author of The Entrepreneur Mind. Since college, Kevin has been involved in local government and has assumed various leadership roles. He believes that civic duty is important and that all of those who can serve should serve. Kevin says, “It is an honor and a privilege to serve on the Recreation Commission. The Recreation and Parks Department is in large part the reason that Alpharetta is such a magnificent place to raise a family. It doesn’t get any better than this!”

Parents of two young boys, Kevin and his wife, Deidre, of almost ten years are huge fans of and participants in the Alpharetta Youth Baseball Association. When not attending sporting events for their sons, you will find them exploring Wills Park, frequenting the Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA, cheering on the Milton Eagles at their games, and supporting many of Alpharetta’s signature events.

They also attend services at St. James United Methodist Church located in Alpharetta. Kevin enjoys working with nonprofits, listening to salsa and jazz, playing piano in his Latin band, reading, traveling, and running marathons.

The City of Alpharetta welcomes Kevin to the Recreation Commission.

EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION Marketing/Accreditation Coordinator Amy Rickman, Recreation Supervisor Christine Young, and Recreation Coordinator Cara Prell were selected to attend the Leadership GRPA II program held at the 4-H Conference Center in Eatonton, GA in April. This prestigious training opportunity is held annually and limited to 21 recreation and parks professionals from the state of Georgia.

Cara also recently completed the requirements to become a nationally Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) and a certified Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO).

We congratulate each of these employees on their accomplishments!

Left to Right: Amy Rickman, Christine Young, and Cara Prell

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We are excited to introduce ALPHARETTA PROUD, an engaging new initiative that celebrates the wonderful city where we live! Share your story and photos on social media using #AlpharettaProud.

Fall 2017/Winter 2018

Registration Information

Under the terms of the partnership agreement with the City of Milton, the City of Alpharetta defines a “Resident” as one whose legal domicile is located within the tax jurisdiction of the City of Alpharetta or the City of Milton. Milton residents pay Resident fees for recreation programs. City of Alpharetta residents and City of Milton residents who are returning participants in a specific program may register during PRIORITY REGISTRATION period. All other City of Milton residents may register during CITY OF MILTON REGISTRATION period. OPEN REGISTRATION for all others begins two (2) weeks after the start of Priority Registration.

PLEASE NOTE: The privileges of advanced registration and the same fee structure for recreation and parks programs for City of Alpharetta and City of Milton residents shall be in effect for the duration of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Cities.

The information contained in this leisure guide is subject to change without notice.

FALL / WINTER GENERAL PROGRAM REGISTRATION (General registration dates do not apply to youth & adult athletic leagues.)

Wednesday, July 26 – Priority Registration (City of Alpharetta Residents and returning City of Milton Residents) Wednesday, August 2 – City of Milton Registration (all other City of Milton Residents) Wednesday, August 9 – Open Registration (all others) NOTE: During Priority Registration, City of Milton residents must register in person at any ARPD facility during business hours, Mon-Thurs 8:30am-5pm and Fri 8:30am-4:30pm. City of Milton residents may register in person, online, or by email during City of Milton Registration.

REGISTRATION METHODS For a complete list of registration and refund policies, concussion awareness policy and procedures, and the code of conduct, please visit the City of Alpharetta website at www.alpharetta. ga.us or call 678-297-6100. Cash payments for programs and rentals made after 4:30pm must be paid with exact change.

ONLINE REGISTRATION Search www.alpharetta.ga.us and click on the icon for Recreation Registration. Sign-in or create an account.

NOTE: Customers who register online are not eligible for family discounts during registration. Refunds for family discounts are not issued at a later time.

IN PERSON DURING GENERAL HOURS OF OPERATION A. Wills Park Recreation Center 11925 Wills Road, Alpharetta, GA 30009 B. Alpharetta Community Center 175 Roswell Street, Alpharetta, GA 30009 C. Crabapple Government Center/Alpharetta Arts Center 12624 Broadwell Road, Alpharetta, GA 30004 D. Alpharetta Adult Activity Center 13450 Cogburn Road, Alpharetta, GA 30004

BY SCAN / EMAIL Complete an Activity Registration Form, including credit card payment information and security code. Scan and email the completed email form to recreation@alpharetta.ga.us

ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK https://apm.activecommunities.com/alpharetta

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REFUND POLICIES FOR RECREATION PROGRAMS To request a refund, call 678-297-6100 or email recreation@alpharetta.ga.us.

1.Refund Policy for General Recreation Instructional and Art Classes: Any participant may receive a refund of their registration fee (including non-resident fees if applicable) minus a $5 service charge if the refund is requested by midnight two business days prior to the second scheduled class. No refund will be issued after the second class meeting. Material/supply fee (payable to the instructor) will only be refunded if the class is canceled by the Department.

2.Refund Policy for ARPD Youth Athletic Leagues: Any participant may receive 50% refund of their league registration fee if the refund is requested by midnight two calendar days prior to the first player evaluation or at least two weeks prior to the scheduled league practice start date if there are no player evaluations (as noted in the recreation guide). No refunds will be issued after this time.

3.Refund Policy for Adult Athletic Leagues: No refunds will be issued to teams requesting refunds, except under special circumstances as approved by the Department Director or his/her designee.

4.Refund Policy for Non-Resident Fees: Residents who are accidentally charged a non-resident fee may receive a refund of the non-resident fee upon request by emailing recreation@alpharetta.ga.us. No other non-resident fee refunds will be issued.

5.Refund Policy for Summer Day Camps (Wills Park Summer Day Camp, Camp Happy Hearts, and Art Camps): Any participant may receive a 50% refund of their registration fee if the refund is requested at least TWO WEEKS (10 business days) prior to the first day of a scheduled summer day camp session.

6.Refund Policy for Summer Pool Passes: Any pool pass patron may receive a refund of their pool pass fee minus a $5 service charge if the refund is requested ON or BEFORE the first Friday in June of any given year. No refunds will be issued after this date.

7.Refund Policy for Alpharetta Sharks Swim/Dive Team: Any participant may receive 50% refund of their registration fee if the refund is requested by 5:00pm on Friday, April 20.

No refunds will be issued after this time.

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ALPHARETTA RECREATION AND PARKS Fall 2017 and Winter 2018

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION DATES

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GENERAL PROGRAM REGISTRATION BEGINS

SPRING ADULT SOFTBALL

(includes Youth Volleyball Leagues; excludes all other youth and adult athletics) Priority Registration July 26 City of Milton Registration August 2 Open Registration August 9

FALL ADULT VOLLEYBALL Team Registration

FALL ADULT SOFTBALL Team Registration

FALL MEN’S BASKETBALL Team Registration

Team Registration

January 16-26

SPRING MEN’S BASKETBALL Team Registration

January 16-February 2

SPRING TEEN BASKETBALL Team Registration

July 5-August 7 July 11-21 July 11-28

January 16-February 2

SPRING YOUTH SOCCER

Priority Registration November 28-January 19 Milton Registration December 5-Janaury 19 Open Registration December 12-Janaury 19

YOUTH LACROSSE Info / Registration

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WINTER YOUTH BASKETBALL

Priority Registration August 4-September 8 Milton Registration August 11-September 8 Open Registration August 18-September 8

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WINTER TEEN BASKETBALL

Team Registration September 12-29

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