Cherokee Recreation and Parks Authority Programs

The Cherokee Recreation and Parks Authority (CRPA) serves all of Cherokee County with recreational activities for all ages.

Visit the CRPA Website at www.CRPA.net.

Softball/Baseball
Phone Numbers

Hobgood Park Youth T-ball/Baseball
(770) 591-3577
Hobgood Park Youth Softball
(770) 928-1616
Hobgood Park Softball Complex
(770) 924-7865

KAOS Days

Do you need a place to take your child when school is out but you aren't off from work? On March 5, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. bring them to the Recreation Center for one day of camp during our Kids Are Outta School Days. The day will be filled with games, arts and crafts, field trip to the movies and more. Children will need to bring a lunch and two snacks. Early registration is required. The cost is $20 per child for ages 6 — 12. For more information, call (770) 924-7768.

Me Too

Do you want your child to be the perfect little lady or gentleman? Then you need Me Too. This class is especially designed for our future generation with a unique look at manners, good hygiene and presentation skills. The class is scheduled Thursdays March 7 — 21 and the cost is $75. For more information, call Neely Hand at (770) 924-7768.

Fencing Fun

Are you interested in something new and exciting? Then you need to come to the Recreation Center on Monday nights in March from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. for fencing instruction. The program will begin with a history of the sport followed by several demonstrations. Each participant will learn the basics of competitive fencing, including equipment, technique and most importantly safety. Each class will consist of a warm-up, stretching, footwork, fencing drills and more. All equipment will be provided. The cost is $85 for ages 11 and up. For more information, call Neely Hand at (770) 924-7768.

Silver Roamers Club

If you enjoy meeting people, visiting sites and having a great time, then why not join the Silver Roamers Club! The Club meets once a month to discuss upcoming trips and to visit with each other. Benefits of membership include discounts on all trips and chances to win prizes by accumulating miles in the Roamer Mileage Club. Membership is open to adults 55 and older and costs $20 per year. For information, call Lindsay Hunter at (770) 924-7768.

Join the Silver Roamers for a trip to the University of Georgia Botanical Gardens. This tour, lasting an hour and a half, will take place on March 5. The cost is $3 for members

The open and well lit foyer is the first thing you see when you enter the CRPA Recreation Center. The CRPA Recreation Center is located at 7545 Main Street in Woodstock. For more information, call (770) 924-7768.

and $5 for non-members, this cost is for transportation. Bring money for lunch and admission to the gardens ($2). The departure time from the Recreation Center will be 10 a.m., and from the Senior Center 10:20 a.m.

On March 14, at 9:15 a.m., join the Silver Roamers for a riding tour of Buckhead and Midtown. This trip will begin with picking up the tour guide at Windy Hill. The guide will show the group some famous architectural structures around the Windy Hill area. Then the group will head towards Buckhead and Midtown and tour Atlanta's architectural and historical buildings. Last but not least the tour will then stop for lunch at Maggiano's. Space is limited so sign up early. The cost is $20 for members and $23 for non-members.

Senior Aerobics Program

The CRPA offers a fitness program specifically designed for Seniors on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10:30 until 11:30 a.m. For more information, call Betsy Allgood at (770) 924-7768.

Ladies Only Handgun Class

Firearms instructor, Steve Scruggs, will be at the Recreation Center on Tuesday, April 16, to teach ladies how to become more proficient with a handgun. Come learn how to defend yourself in a criminal attack, sharpen your shooting skills, and load and unload a gun safely. Mr. Scruggs will also teach proper use, care and storage of a handgun and how to get over the fear of owning and possibly using a handgun. For more information, call Neely Hand at (770) 924-7768.

Recreation Center

The Recreation Center is located at the South Annex at 7545 Main Street in Woodstock. Hours are Mondays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m., Fridays from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. The Center is closed Sundays. The Center offers a variety of programs for residents and has several rooms available for rent including the Aerobics Room, Community Room, Gymnasium, Stage, Warming Kitchen and Pavilion.