Classes

ABC Tutoring's Summer Reading Camp 
Monday to Thursday from 9:00am – 11:30am. June 4 – 28 for grades 1 – 2; 12:30pm – 3:00pm for grades 3 – 4. Jump start your child's progress. Students receive assistance with reading strategies, comprehension, phonics, and vocabulary through the use of interactive games, visuals, and reading booklets during group sessions. Cost: $60 per week with first week's fee due at registration. For camp information, contact instructor at atestates@aol.com or 404.438.1067. For pre-registration, call the community center at 770.985.4713.

Junior Invention Camp for Grades 3 – 5 and 6 – 8
Monday to Friday from 8:30am – 4:00pm. June 4 – 8 for grades 3 – 5; July 9 – 13 for grades 6 – 8. Camp is designed to expose youth to science, math, technology, and engineering. Their minds are guaranteed to be stimulated while learning many innovative ideas through hands-on activities, experiments, and creative science. Goal is to provide an experiential approach to learning, foster creativity and innovation opportunities to improve in science, math, engineering/technology abilities, develop critical thinking, and more. Topics: Aerospace, friction, classroom planetarium, designing a room, creating lava lamp, robotics, and more! Cost: $70 per week. For camp information, e-mail Atlanta Public Schools teacher Fran Thompson at fthomps33@gmail.com. To pre-register, call the center at 770.985.4713.

Law Enforcement Agencies Assisting in Development of Students (L.E.A.A.D.S.) Summer Fun and Learning Camp for Ages 5 – 13
Monday to Friday. June 4 – 15; June 18 – 29 from 8:30am – 3:30pm with aftercare available upon director's approval. Two week long camp provides great fun, field trips, arts and crafts, while reviewing academic knowledge and skills in math, reading, writing, and more to stay sharp for the next school year. Children will also benefit from workshops on conflict resolution, self-esteem, bullying, and more. Cost: $130 per two-week sessions, $35 one-time, non-refundable registration fee. For additional information, call Karen Foote at 404.246.3009 or e-mail info@leaadsmentorpro.org. To register, call the community center at 770.985.4713.

Please Pass the Manners: Etiquette for Ages 5 – 10
Monday to Friday. June 4 – 8 from 9:00am – 1:00pm; July 16 – 20 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Fun-filled camp with educational activities focusing on social skills, selfesteem, party and dining manners, and more. Cost: $10 non-refundable registration, $45 course fee (includes workbook, tote bag, fine dining experience, and more). Please contact Natalie Christiani at 678.826.9228 or natbrownmodels@gmail.com. To preregister, call the community center at 770.985.4713.

Starquest Tutoring Service: Rising Readers Summer Camp for Grades 5 – 8
Monday to Friday from 10:00am – 1:00pm. June 4 – 15. Middle school students are prepared for a successful school year with powerful reading techniques to increase reading speed, comprehension, memorization techniques, ways to store and recall vocabulary words and history dates using mnemonics, study strategies, vocabulary development, and more. Only 12 slots available, so don't delay! Cost: $60 per week with $5 sibling discount due at registration. Bring your lunch and snacks. For camp information, contact Gaynelle White, Ed. S., at 770.972.5151 or gaynellewhite@yahoo.com. For pre-registration information call the community center at 770.985.4713.

Cultural Food Camp for Ages 8 to 12 
Monday to Friday. June 11 – 15 and June 25 – 29 from 10:00am – noon. July 16 – 20 from 1:00pm – 3:00pm. Your children's taste buds will be tickled with mouthwatering flavors of foods from around the world: Italian eggs, Nigerian salad, Mexican guacamole, and more. They will share ideas on how to turn class recipes into their own signature recipes at home. Youth will learn about writing recipes and will place them in their own unique cookbooks. Skills covered: math (measurement), reading, writing, vocabulary building, communication, following directions, visual processing, social skills, and more. Cost: $12 per person. For camp information, call The Little Red Math and Grammar School, 404.826.6818. For pre-registration and payment information, call 770.985.4713. Children with learning disabilities are welcome.

Etiquette for Everyone for Ages 11 – 14
Monday to Friday from 1:00pm – 5:00pm. June 11 – 15 and July 9 – 13. Interactive workshops focused on polishing image. Topics: conversation, body language do's and don'ts, selfesteem, social skills, table/dining manners, and more. Cost: $10 non-refundable registration, $45 course fee (includes light snack, workbook, and certificate). For information, contact Natalie Christiani at 678.826.9228 or at natbrownmodels@gmail.com. To pre-register, call 770.985.4713.

Exploring Science Camp for Ages 8 – 11
Monday to Friday from 1:00pm – 3:30pm. June 11 – 15. Enjoy Earth Science, Life Science, and Physical Science through exploration and hands-on activities about minerals, fossils, volcanoes, cells, electricity, magnetism, chemistry, and more! Camp led by experienced science teacher with master's degree in education, a homeschool teacher and assistants. Cost: $65 per week ($5 sibling discount) with all materials and equipment included. Don't delay, only 16 spots! For more information, call the community center at 770.985.4713.

"Little Masterpieces" Music and Drama Camp for Ages 4 to 7 
Monday to Friday from 9:00am – 1:00pm. June 11 – 15. Cost: $15 non-refundable registration fee and $40 camp fee. Camp will cultivate imagination and inspiration. Campers will engage in fun musical activities, crafts, movement, and drama. A special end-of-class mini-performance will be prepared for family and friends. Camp is limited to 12 children. For camp information, contact Jeneen Hammond at 678.765.2865 or mppacinfo@charter.net. For pre-registration and payment information, call 770.985.4713.

Make-and-Take ART Camp for Ages 8 to 12
Monday to Friday from 1:00pm – 3:00pm. June 11 – 15. This summer your child will enjoy paper cutting, flower arranging, tie-dying, puppet making, and more! Without knowing, they will practice skills in reading, listening, following directions, verbal communication, vocabulary building, hand-eye coordination, social skills, and more. Cost: $15 cash in exact change per person, For camp information, call The Little Red Math and Grammar School at 404.826.6818. For pre-registration and payment information, call the community center at 770.985.4713. Children with learning disabilities welcome.

Babysitter's Training for Ages 11 – 15 
Friday, June 15 or Saturday, June 16 from 9:00am – 2:00pm. Youth will learn basic childcare, safe play safety, First Aid, professionalism, and leadership skills. Cost: $65 for materials and certification by the American Red Cross. Minimum of six participants required to hold class. For course information, e-mail kimlafourche@aol.com. For pre-registration and payment information, call community center at 770.985.4713.

Cheer and Tumbling Camp for Ages 5 – 8 years 
Monday to Friday from 9:00am – noon. June 18 – 22. Children learn basic cheerleading skills: arm and leg positions, jumps, tumbling, and music-accompanied dance routines. Also learn tumbling and movement skills: rolling, jumping, cartwheels, beam skills, and basic coordination. Cost: $60 per week with snacks and crafts included. For class information, contact maggie.walls@gmail.com or call 770.985.4713.

It's Your Planet, Love It! Day Camp for Girls Ages 5 – 18
Monday to Friday from 8:30am – 11:30am. June 18 – 22. Join us for a great week of fun and friendship. You'll enjoy outdoor cooking, mad science, games, nature exploration, camping skills, arts and crafts, and more! Program provided by Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta. Cost: $25 (includes all activities, snacks and patch). For more information, contact Martha Whitman at mwhitman@gsgatl.org or 404.889.0953. To register, contact the community center, 770.985.4713.

Karaoke Camp Ages 8 to 12
Monday to Friday from 9:00am – noon. June 18 – 22. Cost: $15 non-refundable registration fee and $35 camp fee. This singing camp is designed to enhance vocal skills and build confidence. Campers will engage in a blend of fun vocal exercises and performance etiquette essentials as they prepare for an end-of-the-week mini concert. This camp is limited to 15 children. For camp information, contact Jeneen Hammond at 678.765.2865 or mppacinfo@charter.net. For pre-registration and payment information, call the community Center at 770.985.4713.

Karaoke Camp for Ages 13 to 17
Monday to Friday from 1:00pm – 4:00pm. June 18 – 22. Cost: $15 non-refundable registration fee and $35 camp fee. This singing camp is designed to enhance vocal skills and build confidence. Campers will engage in a blend of fun vocal exercises and performance etiquette essentials as they prepare for an end-of-the-week mini concert. This camp is limited to 15 youth. For camp information, contact Jeneen Hammond at 678.765.2865 or mppacinfo@charter.net.  For pre-registration and payment information, call 770.985.4713.

Starquest Tutoring Service: America's Story Social Studies Camp for grades 5 – 8 Monday to Friday from 2:00pm – 5:00pm. June 18 – 22. Many children experience learning loss if not actively engaged in educational activities during summer months.  America's Story is designed to help students maintain and enhance social studies skills using primary sources, role-play, maps, transcripts, audio, photos, statistics, timelines and simulations. Camp activities teach powerful techniques to increase reading speed, comprehension, memorization techniques, ways to store and recall history dates using mnemonics, and more. Only 12 slots available, so don't delay! Cost: Cost: $60 with $5 sibling discount due at registration. Bring your lunch and snacks. For camp information, contact Gaynelle White, Ed. S., at 770.972.5151 or gaynellewhite@yahoo.com. For pre-registration information call the community center at 770.985.4713.

Starquest Tutoring Service: MathMagic Summer Camp for grades 5 – 8
Monday to Friday from 10:00am – 1:00pm. June 18 – 22. Would you like to enhance your math skills or develop new strategies for the upcoming year? MathMagic can help! All materials are in accordance with the New Georgia Performance Standards, and taught by a certified educator. Only 12 slots available, so don't delay! Cost: Cost: $60 with $5 sibling discount due at registration. Bring your lunch and snack.  For camp information contact, Gaynelle White, Ed. S., at 770-972-5151 or gaynellewhite@yahoo.com. For pre-registration information, call the community center at 770.985.4713.

Championship Chess and Tennis Summer Camp Ages 7 to 14
Monday to Friday from 1:00pm – 5:00pm. June 25 – 29; July 9 – 13. Championship Chess, leader in scholastic chess, assists developing children's minds into strong players. Studies confirm that chess contributes to academic benefits for children in improved math, reading, and problem-solving skills. Cost: $65 per week ($3 sibling discount). Camp includes snack, tournament, pizza party, and practice sheets. Instructor provides chess sets, rackets, and balls for camp use. For curriculum information, contact instructor Rodney Lewis at 770.560.1071 or rodneylewis33@gmail.com.

Sports Readiness and Fitness Camp for Ages 3 – 5 years 
Monday to Friday from 9:00am – 11:00am. June 25 – 29. Participants explore the fundamentals of soccer, softball/baseball, track and field, and gymnastics through movement exercises, games, and songs. Program explores the basics of movement, shows how muscles work, and reinforce the importance of safety in sports and exercise. Cost: $40 per week with snacks and crafts included. For class information, contact maggie.walls@gmail.com or call 770.985.4713.

Video Creation Camp for Ages 8 to 12
Monday to Friday. June 25 – 29 from 1:00pm – 3:00pm; July 16 – 20 from 10:00am – noon. Watch out Hollywood, here comes America's newest idols! Campers will write, cast, and record their own mini-movie by working in teams, creating, recording, and editing their production until it's ready for DVD format. Serve the popcorn and dim the lights because a Star is born at the Video Creation Camp! Topics and skills: brainstorming, collaborating, reading, writing, vocabulary building, planning, social skill development, and more. Cost: $20 per child ($5 sibling discount). For camp information, call The Little Red Math and Grammar School, 404.826.6818. For pre-registration and payment information, call 770.985.4713. Children with learning disabilities are welcome.

Kids Exploring Greatness Summer Camp for Ages 5 – 14
Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 6:30pm. July 9 – 20. Youth will enjoy kick boxing, yoga, Pilates, Zumba, tennis, swimming, a personal fitness trainer, great food prepared by a certified nutritional counselor and chef, new friends and an amazing time! Youth will also work on a summer academic Bridge Works program to stay sharp for the upcoming school year. Cost: $75 per week with $45 one-time, non-refundable registration fee. For camp information, contact Shellie at 770.708.7022 or email kidzexploregreatness@gmail.com. For registration and payment, contact the community center at 770.985.4713.

Tips and Tools for the Teenage Job Search for Grades 6 - 12
Wednesday to Friday from 1:00pm – 3:30pm. July 11 – 13. Learn where, when and how to search for a job. Learn important interviewing tips that will help you land the right job. Cost: $3 for registered Girl Scouts; $15 for non-registered Scouts. Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta. For curriculum information, contact Zakiya Kyles at zkyles@gsgatl.org or 770.702.9119.

Law Enforcement Agencies Assisting in Development of Students (L.E.A.A.D.S.) for Ages 6 – 14
Monday – Friday from 3:00pm – 6:30pm. Homework assistance, mentoring, financial literacy, conflict resolution, workshops on self-esteem, bullying, and more. Cost: $45 per week, excluding transportation cost. To register, call the community center at 770.985.4713. For additional information, call Karen Foote at 404.246.3009 or e-mail info@leaadsmentorpro.org.

Hand Making Paper for Seniors 50+
Wednesday, August 15 from 10:00am - noon. Explore old and new ways of making paper pulp and turning recycled paper into beautiful handmade sheets, cards, journals, and more. Cost: $1 per person in cash with exact change. Space limited to first six. To pre-register, call 770.985.4713.

Career Services • Closing the Deal - The Art of Effectively Closing the Interview • FREE!
Saturday, June 23 from 9:00am - noon. Learn how to make your closing statement count at the end of a job interview; briefly summarize why you are the right candidate for the job; and create a statement that will leave a lasting impression on interviewers. For class information, contact frpeake@aol.com. To pre-register, call 770.985.4713.

Toastmasters of Centerville
Thursdays at 7:00pm. Lose your fear while learning to become a better public speaker, deliver great presentations, lead teams effectively, give and receive constructive evaluations. For more information, e-mail Linda Buckley at lbuckley1188@gmail.com.

Clicks and Sticks Knitting Guild
Second Thursdays from 7:00pm – 9:00pm. For all experience levels. Cost: $25 per year (first meeting free) to fund charity knitting and educational sessions. Contact the Guild at 770.413.6171 or info@clicksandsticks.com.

Red Hat Society • FREE!
Third Thursdays at 7:30pm. Cayenne Peppers of Centerville is looking for red and pink hatters to join the society. For information, call Julie Belk at 770.860.8698 or 770.985.4713.

Atlanta SCRABBLE® Club
Second Saturdays from 10:00am – noon. Put your skills to the test while making new friends. Cost: $1 per month. E-mail doc2barbara@gmail.com or call 770.557.1343 for more information.

Belly Dancing for Ages 13 to Adults
Mondays from 7:00pm – 8:00pm. May 7 – June 18 (no class May 28). Low- to no-impact exercises can be modified to suit individual. Cost: $42 for six weeks. To preregister, call 770.985.4713. E-mail costoluto.g@gmail.com with questions.

Jazz for Ages 5 to 11
Tuesdays from 5:00pm – 6:00pm. Session I: August 14 – September 18; Session II: September 25 – October 30; Session III: November 6 – December 11. Cost: $45 per six-week session, including recital. Contact Simone Saddler at leaps5678@gmail.com or call 678.357.1164. To pre-register, call 770.985.4713.

Pre-Ballet/Tap for Ages 3 to 4
Saturdays from 8:30am – 9:30am. Session I: August 11 – September 22 (no class on September 1). Session II: September 29 – November 3; Session III: November 10 – December 15 (no class November 24). Cost: $55 per session, including recital. Contact Simone Saddler at leaps5678@ gmail.com or call 678.357.1164. To pre-register, call 770.985.4713.

Ballet/Tap I for Ages 5 to 7
Saturdays from 12:10pm – 1:10pm. Session I: August 11 – September 22 (no class on September 1). Session II: September 29 – November 3; Session III: November 10 – December 15 (no class November 24). Cost: $55 per session, including recital. Contact Simone Saddler at leaps5678@gmail.com or call 678.357.1164. To pre-register, call 770.985.4713.

Ballet/Tap II for Ages 6 to 8
Saturdays from 9:30am – 10:30am. Session I: August 11 – September 22 (no class on September 1). Session II: September 29 – November 3; Session III: November 10 – December 15 (no class November 24). Cost: $55 per session, including recital. Contact Simone Saddler at leaps5678@gmail.com or call 678.357.1164. To pre-register, call 770.985.4713.

Ballet/Tap III for Ages 8 to 11
Saturdays from 10:40am – noon. Session I: August 11 – September 22 (no class on September 1). Session II: September 29 – November 3; Session III: November 10 – December 15 (no class November 24). Cost: $60 per session, including recital. Contact Simone Saddler at leaps5678@gmail.com or call 678.357.1164. To pre-register, call 770.985.4713.

¡Clases de Computación en Español!
Martes y jueves: 1 al 24 de mayo y el 28 de agosto al 20 de septiembre de 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Edúquese y aprenda como hacer documents profesionales en Word, presentaciones en PowerPoint, libros de trabajo en Excel y mas en Microsoft Office 2010. Precio: $80 por cuatro semanas. Para mayor información, llame al 678.983.8884 ó ibrahammolina@yahoo.com. Para información sobre el pago e inscripción, llame at 770.982.4647.

Basic Conversational Spanish for Adults
Tuesdays, April 17 – May 22 from 7:15pm – 8:15pm. Understand and appreciate other cultures and the world around you. Cost: $10 non-refundable registration with $50 for six weeks. For more information, e-mail Grisel Amargos at spanishteachersn@aol.com or grisskey@yahoo.com. To pre-register, call 770.985.4713.

AARP Driver Safety Program for Seniors 50+
Monday and Wednesday (half days) from 9:30am – 12:30pm on May 14 and 16; July 11 and 13; August 8 and 10. On Wednesday, June 13, (full day) class will be from 9:30am – 4:30pm. Learn defensive driving techniques, adjusting to age-related changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time. For seniors 50+, but anyone with valid driver's license is welcome. For possible insurance discount, contact provider. Cost: $12 for AARP members with membership card; $14 non-members. Call 770.985.4713 to pre-register.

Spring Vegetable Gardening
Wednesday, May 16 from 10:00 – noon. Cost: $1 per person in cash with exact change. Sponsored by Gwinnett Cooperative Extension Service. Contact Timothy Daly at 678.377.4010. To pre-register, call the community center at 770.985.4713.

AARP CarFit Program • FREE!
Thursday, June 14 from 9:30am – 1:30pm. Interactive, customized educational program to improve older driver safety ensuring safest "fit" for drivers in their vehicles, with recommendation on adjustments, adaptations, and more. To pre-register, call 770.985.4713.

Composting and Soils
Wednesday, June 20 from 1:00pm – 2:00pm. Class will cover the importance of having soils that produce healthy plants and practical methods of composting. Cost: $1 per person in cash with exact change. Sponsored by Gwinnett Cooperative Extension Service. For class information, contact Timothy Daly, 678.377.4010. To pre-register, call the community center at 770.985.4713.

Interactive Demonstration on Canning and Preserving Fruits and Vegetables
Thursday, July 12; Fridays, May 18 or August 24 from 1:00pm – 2:30pm. Learn the correct way to preserve fruits and vegetables, make your own salsa, proper freezing, and storing. Class includes live demonstration and handouts. So Easy to Preserve books will be available for purchase on day of class. Cost: $1 cash in exact change. For curriculum information, contact Ines Beltran at 678.377.4010. To reserve your seat, contact the community center at 770.985.4713.

GED Preparatory Course
Dates: TBD. Language Arts Writing and Essay, Language Arts, Reading, Social Studies, Math, and Science. Comprehensive review of the six subject areas on the GED exam. Taught using Steck-Vaughn training materials, exclusive distributor of the official GED practice test. Cost: $20 per student for 14-weeks (including training manual). Sponsored by Catalyst Consultants Unlimited, LLC. For information, go to ccucatalystbooks@gmail.com. For registration and payment, call community center at 770.985.4713.

¡Clases de Computación en Español! 
Martes y jueves: 1 al 24 de mayo y el 28 de agosto al 20 de septiembre de 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Sabados: 25 de agosto al 15 de septiembre de 8:30am – 12:30pm. Edúquese y aprenda como hacer documents profesionales en Word, presentaciones en PowerPoint, libros de trabajo en Excel y mas en Microsoft Office 2010. Precio: $80 por cuatro semanas. Para mayor información, llame al 678.983.8884 ó ibrahammolina@yahoo.com. Para información sobre el pago e inscripción, llame at 770.982.4647.

Knitting 101
Tuesday, August 28 from 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Learn to knit and purl and consider joining the Knitting Guild. Size 8 needles, worsted weight yarn (smooth, light colored Lion's Wool Ease, Vanna's Choice, or Red-Heart 4-ply) required. Cost: $2 cash with exact change. Class limit is 12. Contact Guild at 770.413.6171 or info@clicksandsticks.com. To register, call 770.985.4713.

Snellville and Centerville Writer's Groups • FREE!
Snellville writers interested in writing novels meet the first and third Tuesdays from 7:00pm – 8:30pm. Centerville writers meet the first and third Thursdays from 10:00am – noon. Critique format; all genres. No registration required for either group. Call 770.985.4713 for more information.

Championship Chess Instruction and Club for Ages 7 to 14
Saturdays, April 14 – May 19 from 10:00am – noon. Studies confirm chess contributes to academic benefits in math, reading, and problem-solving. Practice club the last hour. Parent or guardian required for club participation. Cost: $48 per six weeks. To pre-register, call 770.985.4713. Email rodneylewis33@gmail.com or call 770.560.1071 for more information.

GED Preparatory Course
Tuesdays, February 7 – May 8: Language Arts Writing and Essay from 6:00pm – 7:25pm. Language Arts Reading and Social Studies from 7:30pm – 9:00pm. Saturdays, February 11 – May 12: Math from 11:00am – 12:25pm and Science from 12:30pm – 2:00pm. Comprehensive review of the six subject areas on the GED exam. Taught using Steck-Vaughn training materials, exclusive distributor of the official GED practice test. Cost: $20 per student for 14 weeks (including training manual). Sponsored by Catalyst Consultants Unlimited, LLC. For more information, e-mail ccucatalystbooks@gmail.com. For registration and payment, call 770.985.4713.

Knitting 101
Tuesday April 24 from 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Learn to knit and purl (children ages 8 – 12 must have adult learner present). Size 8 needles, worsted weight yarn required. Cost: $2 cash with exact change. Class limit: 12. Contact the Guild at 770.413.6171 or e-mail info@clicksandsticks.com. To register, call 770.985.4713.

ABC Math Tutoring for Ages 7 to 10
Tuesdays, August 14 – December 18 (no class November 20) from 5:00pm – 6:00pm for grades 2 and 3; 6:15pm – 7:15pm for grades 4 and 5. Gwinnett's AKS curriculum used to aid students with process skills, numbers and operations, geometry, algebra, and more. Ten students per group. Cost: $12 per week; first two weeks' fee of $24 due at registration. For class information, contact atestates@aol.com or call 404.438.1067. To pre-register, call the center at 770.985.4713.

ABC Reading Comprehension Tutoring for Ages 7 to 9
Thursdays, August 16 – December 20 (no class November 22) from 5:00pm – 6:00pm for grades 2 and 3; 6:15pm – 7:15pm for grade 4. Gwinnett's AKS curriculum used to aid students with strategies, comprehension, vocabulary, and more. Ten students per group. Cost: $12 per week; first two weeks' fee of $24 due at registration. For class information, e-mail atestates@aol.com or call 404.438.1067. To pre-register, call 770.985.4713.

ABC Language Arts Tutoring for Ages 7 to 9  
Saturdays, August 18 – December 15 (no class November 24) from 12:30pm – 1:30pm for grades 2 and 3; 1:45pm – 2:45pm for grade 4. Gwinnett's AKS curriculum used to assist students with strategies, grammar, and more. Ten students per group. Cost $12 per week; first two weeks' fee of $24 due at registration. For class information, e-mail atestates@aol.com or call 404.438.1067. To pre-register, call the center at 770.985.4713.

Kids' Fishing Derby! • FREE!
Saturday, May 12 from 10:00am – noon. Enjoy the sport of fishing while trying to catch Big Herman, pond's 30-pound catfish that is still on the loose! Children through age 15 will be able to fish without a license this day, so plan on bringing your poles and we'll supply the bait and prizes. Competition ends at 11:45am. Winners will be announced at noon. Parents must be present to sign a waiver in order for children to participate. No need to register, but if you wish to volunteer, contact the community center at 770.985.4713.

American Red Cross Blood Drive
Fridays, May 25 and August 31 from 2:00pm – 7:00pm. Every two seconds, someone in America needs blood. One pint can save three lives, so donate today. Call 1.800.GIVE.LIFE or visit www.redcrossblood.org. Bring photo ID. Walk-ins welcome, but appointments encouraged. For information, call the center at 770.985.4713.

Lend a Helping Hand to Your Community!
Monday – Friday from 9:00am – 5:00pm. The community center is collecting canned goods to benefit the Southeast Gwinnett Cooperative Ministry. Please donate canned/boxed food items: rice, pasta, soup, dried beans, fruit, vegetables, grits/oatmeal, pancake/baking mix, powdered/canned milk, vegetable oil, ketchup, mayo, salad dressing, peanut butter, jelly, spaghetti sauce, sugar, and crackers. Call community center, 770.985.4713 for evening or Saturday hours.

Walk-a-Weigh Fitness and Nutrition
Thursdays from 10:30am – 12:30pm. May 17, 24; August 30 – October 4 . Exercise with us, and learn healthy cooking and eating habits while losing weight! Cost: $13 for six weeks payable in cash with exact change. Sponsored by Gwinnett Extension Service. For information, contact ines.beltran@gwinnettcounty.com. To pre-register, call the center at 770.985.4713.

Zumba for Families!
Tuesdays or Saturdays from 7:00pm - 8:00pm. Tuesdays: May 1 - June 5; June 12 - July 24 (no class on July 3). Saturdays: May 5 - June 16 (no class May 26); June 30 - August 4 from 11:00am - noon for adults and kids ages 5 - 17 accompanied by an adult over 21. Get off the couch and have fun in this exhilarating, easy-to-follow, calorie-burning fitness program. Cost: $45 for individuals 18+ years; $55 for family of two; $65 for family of three ($10 for four or more person(s) in group). Six-week program requires parent participation. For class questions, contact Shellie at 770.708.7022 or email kidzexplore-greatness@gmail.com.

Shohei Ryu Karate
Tuesday and Thursdays from 6:00pm – 6:45pm. May 1 – 24; June 5 – 28; July 10 – 31; August 7 – 30 for grades 1 – 3; 7:00pm – 8:00pm for groups in grades 4 – 8, 9 – 12, and adults ages 18+. Cost: $25 per month. No logo uniform required. For class information, e-mail bscurlock@bdindustrial.com. To register, contact the community center at 770.985.4713.

Mommy and Me Fitness
Wednesday, August 22 from 10:30am – 11:15am. Moms, dads, or caregivers and toddlers (18 months – 3 years) bond while learning healthy habits. Cost: $1 per parent in cash with exact change. To pre-registration, call 770.985.4713.

P.R.I.D.E. (Parents Reducing Injuries and Driver Error) • FREE! 
Thursdays, August 30 and October 25 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm. National award-winning course for parents and new/soon-to-be drivers (14 - 16). Learn about the 40 hours of supervised driving required by Georgia law, driver attitude, knowledge, and behavior of parent and teen driver. Parents must attend. Sponsored by Child and Adolescent Resource Education Services. Call 404.578.7629 or e-mail monicaddavis@comcast.net. To pre-register, call 770.985.4713.

AMAZE Journey for Girls Excelling in Middle School
Mondays. April 9 – May 14 from 6:30pm – 8:00pm. Six week program for 6 – 8 graders including the Dove Self-Esteem program, bullying, conflict resolution, and more. Curriculum from the Uniquely Me! and the AMAZE Journey. Cost: $12 annual registration dues, $7 for book. Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta. For more information, contact Martha Whitman at mwhitman@gsgatl.org or 404.889.0953. To register, contact the community center at 770.982.4647.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers • FREE!
Thursdays, April 26 – May 31 from 10:00am – noon. Develop a wealth of self-care and confidence tools to reduce personal stress, change negative self-talk, communicate in challenging situations, make tough caregiving decisions, and more. Call to pre-register, 770.985.4713. Five participants required to hold class.

NAMI Gwinnett (National Alliance on Mental Illness of Gwinnett)
Peer support and educational programs for those suffering from mental illness, their family members, and friends. If interested, call community center at 770.985.4713 to pre-register. Ten people required to hold meetings.