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May is National Water Safety Month, GCPR Holds Lifeguard Orientation and Training May 22-23


Stone Mountain Park Aquatic Center

May is National Water Safety Month, and there is no better time for the public to get familiar with Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation’s state of the art aquatic centers and leisure pools.  In anticipation of the busy summer season, GCPR is holding lifeguard orientation and training on May 22 – 23 at Mountain Park Aquatic Center in Stone Mountain.  300 selected individuals will go through rigorous training and practice water rescues, CPR, first aid, and various scenarios to ensure readiness for the busy summer season.  This is the same training that has led GCPR lifeguards to win the Georgia Recreation and Park Association’s State Lifeguard Competition Team Championships consecutively in 2006, 2007 and 2008, and place Second Place in 2009!

GCPR aquatic programs continue to grow at a fast pace and currently GCPR operates 17 swimming pools, including two indoor and seven outdoor leisure pools, four indoor competition pools, three indoor instructional pools, and one outdoor pool. Visitors will find a wide-array of amenities for both fun and learning, including private, semi-private, and group swim lessons annually for all ages.

For more information, or to register for swim classes, visit www.gwinnettparks.com.

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Triathlon Swimming Clinic May 8th, Bogan Park


Triathlon Swimming Clinic is a beginner clinic mainly focused on the swimming portion of triathlons. The 4 hour clinic is a great way to prepare for thriathlons and consists of classroom lecture, “in pool” demonstrations and practice. No Prerequisites required, ages 15 and up.

Fee: $50/clinic for residents of Gwinnett County, $70 for non-residents.

Clinics will be held 8am-12pm on the following Saturday May 8th. Call ahead for registration, questions and confirming details. 770-614-2063

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“The American President” at the Duluth Museum


EXHIBIT:”The American President” on view at the museum and City Hall. There are some well known and lesser known to peak your sense of history. Also, the first women to run for President. You will be surprised at the year this happened.

EXHIBIT: An exhibit by DAR on Georgia day and Oglethorpe. Lots of interesting facts.

EXHIBIT: An Olympic memory, along with the current Georgia connection to the Vancouver Winter Games.

MEMBERSHIP: Join the Duluth Historical Society and get a great return for your money. You will help preserve a precious and priceless item, your Duluth history. Memberships start at $10.00 for seniors, $15.00 for individuals, and $25.00 for families. Come by the Museum or call and we will get an application to you. “Put Your Footprints on History”.

NEW WEBSITE: Check out our new look…www.duluthhistorical.org. It has information and pictures, upcoming events with weblinks, and a blog. We are also printed in the newest information from the Gwinnett Convention and Visitors Bureau. We have an ad on the new Duluth city map.

HOURS: For the winter we are open Friday and Saturday from 12-3 pm. We open for special event and tours at other times. Our phone is 770-232-7584. Volunteers are always welcome, as is contributions of items, pictures, and information.

SPRING PLANT SALE: Mark your calendars for April 17, 10am to 4pm. A plant sale on the grounds of the Historic Strickland House. Azaleas, flowering and ornamental shrubs, trees, roses, vegetables, and everyone’s favorite- pass-a-long plants. There will be a master gardener available for your Q&A and soil bags from the cooperative extension service with instructions. There may be more, so stay tuned to the eblast for the latest info.
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Black History Celebration Saturday, February 6


Saturday, February 6 2:00-5:00pm Black History Celebration
Lawrenceville Female Seminary
Celebrate Gwinnett County’s African-American heritage with speakers, music, storytelling, kids’ crafts, and special museum exhibit! All ages; $5/person, preregistration
recommended, call 770.822.5178. Code FSHM15170

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Duluth Parks: Guitar Lessons, Dog Obedience, Yoga, Finance, Etiquette and More


Just Once Guitar for Busy People
Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply can’t find the time? In just a few hours, you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Bring your acoustic guitar. Class limited to 15 students. For ages 13+. For more information, go to instantguitarnow.com. Required materials fee of $29 will be collected in class by the instructor for workbook and a practice DVD.

Location: Bunten Road Park
Fee: Resident: $20.00. Non-resident: $25.00
Session 1
Jan 30 9:30am-12:30pm Sat Ages 13 & up

Just Once How to Play Guitar By Ear
Learn one of music’s deepest mysteries- how to play songs without relying on music. A very practical presentation of music theory that includes predicting chord progressions, learning from recordings, and transposing-all expressed in everyday language. This is an ideal follow-up to the Instant Guitar class and is open to anyone who has a basic understanding of chords on any instrument. Prior experience with guitar chords recommended. Materials fee of $29.00 for the How to Play Guitar by Ear Book and Practice CD will be collected in class by the instructor.

Location: Bunten Road Park
Fee: Resident: $20.00. Non-resident: $25.00
Session 1
Jan 30 1:00-4:00pm Sat Ages 13 & up

Dog Obedience

Basic Dog Obedience (Dogs 6 months & up)
In this class students will learn the off, sit, down, sit/stay, down/stay and to walk nicely on a leash. People enrolling must be at least 10 years of age and have the dog on leash at all times. No off leash training in these programs.

Location: Rogers Bridge Park Pavilion at Rogers Bridge Park
Fee: Resident: $100.00. Non-resident: $110.00
6 Week Session
Session
Mar 13- Apr 17 10:00-11:00am Sat Ages 10 & up

Yoga
The aim of this Yoga program is to bring a union of the body, mind and soul. This is achieved by various poses involving gentle stretching and synchronized breathing. The program will include meditation and end with several relaxation poses.

Location: Bunten Road Park
Fee: Resident: $60.00. Non-resident: $70.00
6 Week Session
Session
Feb 25-Apr 1
5:30-6:30pm Thu
Ages 13 & up

The Magic of Money
(Money Management for Teens)
This is a great program in which teens will learn about money and how to handle it wisely. There will be hands on activities tailored to each group. We will focus on the value of money, banking, interest, savings, checking accounts, loans, credit cards, sales tax, smart shopping, discounts, sales and tips.

Location: Bunten Road Park
Fee: Resident: $25.00. Non-resident: $35.00
3 Week Session
Session
Feb 11-Feb 25 7:00-9:00pm Thu Ages 13-19

The Etiquette Experience
If you want to improve your child?s manners, improve their social skills and boost their self-esteem enroll them in The Etiquette Experience. This class includes the teaching of basic good manners (table and parties), etiquette (gift giving, sharing), social skills (including dealing with teasing and bullying.) We also cover texting, Internet and phone safety. The class format is fun, practical and interactive which helps engage the children in the process.

Location: Small Community Room at Bunten Road Park
Fee: Resident: $75.00. Non-resident: $85.00
6 Week Session
Session 1
Feb 22-March 29
5:00-6:00pm Mon
Ages 5-8

Feb 22-March 29
6:00-7:00pm Mon
Ages 9-12

Sign up for classes at www.duluthga.net/registration

City of Duluth
Parks & Recreation
Contact: Jason Rogers
jrogers@duluthga.net
Program Coordinator

Location: Bunten Road Park
3180 Bunten Road
Duluth, GA 30096
Phone 770 814 6981
Fax 770 814 6987

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