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BETHESDA PARK SENIOR RECREATION CENTER REOPENS

By | October 19, 2011 | Community Centers, Senior Activities | No comments

The Senior Recreation Center at Bethesda Park will reopen to the public on Oct. 20. Opened 20 years ago as the first senior recreation center in Gwinnett County, the center recently underwent a major renovation project.

Interior renovations to the center, funded out of the 2005 Special Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) included the replacement of lighting and plumbing fixtures with energy-efficient models, countertops, cabinets and reception desk, along with floor, ceiling and wall coverings. Kitchen equipment was also upgraded to commercial grade quality through money provided through the federally funded Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.

For more information on upcoming events and activities at Bethesda Park Senior Recreation Center, call 770-564-4680 or visit www.gwinnettparks.com.

The 159-acre Bethesda Park, 225 Bethesda Church Road, also features three adult sports fields, a football/multi-purpose field with lighted walking track, six soccer fields, a senior recreation center, indoor shuffleboard court, indoor aquatic center with leisure play pool and instructional pools, playgrounds, pavilions, outdoor basketball courts and horseshoe pit, and 1.5 miles of paved multipurpose trails.

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Celebrate Older Americans Month with gwinnettcounty parks & recreation

By | April 30, 2011 | Community Centers, Programs, Senior Activities, Seniors | No comments
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Come celebrate Older Americans Month with a variety of events throughout the month of May. Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation in partnership with Health & Human Services, is featuring the Senior Art Showcase.  Starting on May 2 and continuing throughout the month, local senior artists will showcase their exclusive works of art in the atrium of the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center.  The exhibit includes artwork from patrons at the Senior Recreation Club, Health & Human Services Senior Service Center and Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation Community Centers.  In addition, photography works by Frank Sharp will be exhibited at the Pinckneyville Park Community Recreation Center beginning May 9 and artwork by Lesa Sakawa at the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse from May 4 until July 31.

A resolution for Older Americans Month will be presented by the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners on May 3. Immediately following will be an Artist’s Reception which will include light refreshments and a chance to meet the featured senior artists.

Other events in the month include Steller Senior Celebration Luncheon on May 6. In collaboration with the Gwinnett Senior Recreation Council, outstanding Senior Recreation Club members will be recognized for their service and commitment.  There will be entertainment, activities, door prizes and a delectable assortment of food.

At Bethesda Park Senior Recreation Center on May 11, seniors can enjoy refreshments, camaraderie and a movie during the Silver Screen Cinema event.  Also, at the same location on May 20, will be the healthy living expo Age Strong! Live Long!. Older Americans can put on their walking shoes for a stroll in the park followed by socializing and sampling heart-healthy snack and desserts.

The month will culminate May 24, at Prime Timers Pointe at George Pierce Park with SeniorFest featuring exciting dance exhibitions, entertaining games and much more. Throughout the month of May, Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation will be collecting recipes for Seasoned with Thyme, a cookbook which will be created, and available for purchase at online and at all Community Recreation Centers. Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation is proud to support Older Americans Month and the opportunity to show appreciation and commitment for our senior citizens. For more information, call 770.822.8840 or visit www.gwinnettparks.com

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2011 Gwinnett Senior Golden Games are underway!

By | April 14, 2011 | Senior Activities, Seniors, Sports | No comments

The 2011 Gwinnett Senior Golden Games opening ceremony was held at Rhodes Jordan Park with the presentation of the Olympic Torch by Irene Rice. The games are set to start on April 14 and will conclude with the closing ceremony on May 25, 11:00am at Rhodes Jordan Park. Competitions will be held in more than 25 different games, with winners advancing to the state games.  Activities include from bocce ball to tennis, horseshoes to darts and cycling.

Competition in the various events will be held at different venues all across Gwinnett. For more information about the schedule of games, you can call 678.546.8722. The purpose of the games is to provide senior (age 50 and above) with an opportunity to participate in a variety of sporting and leisure activities and meet new people.

The Games are sponsored by the generous contributions from various local firms and are in partnership with Gwinnett County Parks & Recreational Department.

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Seniors’ 2nd Annual Art Thru the Lens Photo Contest, George Pierce Park

By | February 12, 2011 | Art Show, Community Centers, Senior Activities | No comments

February 25-April 1 – Seniors’ 2nd Annual Art Thru the Lens Photo Contest

Submit your pictures, framed and matted. We’ll display the following photographic categories:  landscapes, pets, and still life objects, in black and white or color. Friends, visitors, and family members can anonymously vote for their favorite photo. Submission deadline 2/14. Artist Reception, Friday, April 1 where winners are announced, awards given and light refreshments served. $10/one time registration fee. Call 770.831.4173 for more info; space is limited. Prime Timers Pointe at George Pierce Park, 55 Buford Highway, Suwanee. Register Here

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Thanks 4 BINGO, Lucky Shoals, Nov 9th

By | November 1, 2010 | Community Centers, Family Events, Kids Program, Senior Activities | No comments

November 9, 6:00pm-8:00pm – Thanks 4 BINGO
Give thanks for the old-fashioned of BINGO with a Thanksgiving twist! Plus snacks and prizes! Ages 3 and up; $3/person for includes 2 cards per round; call 770.723.9516 to pre-register. Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center 6, 4651 Britt Road, Norcross. Register Here.

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