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J. Charley Griswell Senior Center Wins National Award
Congratulations are in order to the J. Charley Griswell Senior Center on their first place win in Cultural Programs for their Open Mic & Poetry Slam! The center will be recognized at the National Council on Aging (NCOA) Conference, held June 17-20, 2019 in Washington, D.C. #ClaytonStrong
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Jonesboro High School Wins Mock Trial State Championship
Congratulations to the Jonesboro High School’s (JHS) Mock Trial Team as they have won the 2019 Georgia Mock Trial Championship! The JHS Mock Trial program won two national championships in 2007 and in 2008. We wish them luck on as they head to the Mock Trial Championship this May. #ClaytonStrong
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Clayton County Kentucky Derby Gala
Chairman Jeffrey E. Turner and the Rotary Club of Lake Spivey invite you to the Kentucky Derby Gala Saturday. May 4, 2019, at 4 pm at the Club One Tower Room. For Tickets: www.rotarykentuckyderbygala.com. or call Gina or Tracee at 770.478.7424. #ClaytonStrong
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CCPS Encourages Participation in March 19 Special Election
Clayton County Public Schools Encourages Participation in March 19 Special Election. #ClaytonStrong
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Freedom Fun Day
Mark your calendars for the Freedom Fun Day, Anti-Trafficking Awareness Event, Saturday, March 23, 2019, 11 am – 3 pm at Mayor’s Park, 11596 Hastings Bridge Road, Lovejoy, GA 30250. #ClaytonStrong
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Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority (ATL) Board of Directors Elects Vice Chair
Congratulations to District 3 Commissioner Felicia Franklin-Warner for being elected Vice Chair to the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority (ATL) Board of Directors! #ClaytonStrong #WomensHistoryMonth
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Clayton County Animal Control Spring Adoption Event
Clayton County Animal Control is hosting a Spring Adoption Event, Saturday, May 4, 2019 9 am – 3 pm at 3199 Anvil Block Road Ellenwood, GA 30294. Adoptions are free; out of state adopters are welcome, too! #ClaytonStrong
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Mayor Angelyne Butler Women of Worth Awards Luncheon
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the City of Forest Park and Mayor Angelyne Butler presents the 1st Annual Women of Worth Luncheon, Saturday, March 23, 2019, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm at the City of Forest Park Community Center, 696 Main Street Forest Park, GA. #ClaytonStrong
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Atlanta Grand Opening Ceremony
Governor Brian Kemp joins Clayton County Board of Commissioners and city leaders for the new $10 million Cummins state-of-the-art facility Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Grand Opening. #ClaytonStrong
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Lake City and Leadership Clayton Present the 1st Annual Classic Car Show
Join Leadership Clayton and Lake City for their 1st Annual Classic Car Show Saturday, April 6, 2019, 10 am- 2 pm at Lake City Municipal Hall, 5455 Jonesboro Road, Morrow, GA 30260. #ClaytonStrong
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District 1: Free Financial Literacy Workshop
Join District 1 Commissioner Sonna Gregory Singleton for a FREE Financial Literacy Workshop (buying homes and paying student loans) on Saturday, March 16, 2019, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Carl Rhodenizer Recreation Center, 3499 Rex Road, Rex, GA 30276.
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Clayton County Board of Health Underserved/Vulnerable Population Workshop
The Clayton County Board of Health (CCBOH) Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response is hosting an Underserved/Vulnerable Population Workshop Friday, April 19, 2019, 10 am- 2 pm at the Morrow Center at Southlake Mall. #ClaytonStrong
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Clayton County Senior Services Department Presents Mayfest
Join us as we celebrate Older Americans Month Friday, May 17, 2019, 10 am – 2 pm at Gerald Matthews Complex, 1935 McDonough Road Hampton, GA 30228. This event is for seniors 55 and older; no children allowed at this event. Register for the fitness walk at www.claytonseniors.com #ClaytonStrong
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Clayton County Valor Awards/Chamber of Commerce
You’re invited to share in a special awards celebration and dinner paying tribute to Clayton County’s public safety professionals on Thursday, May 9, 2019,
at the Morrow Center, 1180 Southlake Circle, Suite 100 Morrow, GA 30260. Tickets are available online at www.claytonchamber.org/valor.
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Lifeguard Training Courses Now Available
Registration for the 2019 Lifeguard Training Course is now open! The American Red Cross offers a lifeguard training course which incorporates online training and in-person water and classroom sessions. Contact Max Coria at 770-318-8213 for more details. #ClaytonStrong
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Clayton County Parks and Recreation Department Seeking Instructors
Instructors Wanted: Is there a class or skill you think you can teach? Complete and submit a proposal today at your local recreation center. #ClaytonStrong
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A Taste of Clayton
A Taste of Clayton will be an amazing experience centered around Clayton County Arts, Music and Food. Mark your calendars for this family fun festival! Presented by Commissioner Felicia Franklin Warner. #ClaytonStrong
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Clayton County Eggstravaganza
Commissioner Sonna Singleton Gregory and Clayton County Parks and Recreation Department present Eggstravaganza Saturday, April 13, 2019, 1 pm- 4 pm at the Carl Rhodenizer Recreation Center for youth ages 13 and younger. #ClaytonStrong
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We’re Hiring: Join the Clayton County Parks and Recreation Department Team
Interested in joining the Clayton County Parks and Recreation Department Team? We’re hiring; apply online today at www.claytonparks.com. #ClaytonStrong
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Wild Azalea Festival
Join us for the Wild Azalea Festival! There will be informational booths, rock climbing, face painting, live animal shows, a free group guided hike, and more. We’ll see you Saturday, April 6, 2019 11am – 4 pm at Reynolds Nature Preserve. #ClaytonStrong