Thursday, October 1, 2015 There's always something 'happening' in Douglas County www.celebratedouglascounty.com Please find us on facebook: Douglas County Happenings for daily updates of what is "happening" in Douglas County, including frequent updates on snow/ice conditions, road closures, school closings, etc. We're always in touch to keep you informed! Please print this e-mail for the office bulletin board ~ Feel free to forward it to a friend or co-worker. Help bring our community together by passing "Happenings" along to others. Saturdays in September and October:, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Fall Season for Douglas County Challengers Baseball for Special Needs Children Beulah Ruritan Park, 3655 McKown Road - Team will play every Saturday morning in September & October from 10 a.m. - 12 noon. The team is for special needs children 6-21 years of. There is no registration fee nor cost to parents. Parents can register their children at any time during the season by contacting Coach Troglin. Volunteers are also welcome for cheering and encouragement. Contact: Coach Philip Troglin 770.941.2209 DCChallengers@aol.com http://www.facebook.com/douglascountychallengers Available Now: Manufacturing Plant Assembling Jobs Polar Temp Ice Merchandisers, 7885 1st Flags Drive, Austell - $9 an hour, 40+ hours per week - refrigeration unit assembly - Apply in Person Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. 770.819.1100
Current Listings: Job Opportunities with Douglas County Government Certified Deputy Sheriff, Sheriff's Department, full time (42 hours per week), $38,275 annually + benefits - minimum 21 years of age, mandatory previous law enforcement experience, high school diploma/ged, Georgia Peace Officer certified at time of application, mandatory POST certification - applications accepted until all positions filled Traffic Signal Technician I, DOT Traffic Operations, full-time, $34,505 + benefits - requires Associates degree, 4 years' professional related work experience, Class C driver's license, minimum 21 years of age - application deadline: 4 p.m., Thursday, October 8th Applicants must submit a completed application. Resumes may be attached, but a resume without a completed application will not be considered. Applications can be downloaded from www.celebratedouglascounty.com - look for Personnel/HR on the home page and click. Applications can also be obtained from the Personnel/HR Department, 1st floor, Douglas County Courthouse, 8700 Hospital Drive, Douglasville 30134. AA/EOE/ADA/Veterans Preference Registration Underway: Douglas County Youth Basketball Winter League 8-game schedule begins in January, Saturday games - for boys & girls ages 5-18 - $$70 per player, $5 sibling discount - Contact: Brandon Davis, Douglas County Parks and Recreation 770.920.7129 bdavis@co.douglas.ga.us http://www.douglascountyparks.com Now: Ambassador Personnel Placing the Following Positions Experienced Only Need Apply Assemblers - Shop Helper/Carpentry/Cabinetry/Installers - Press Machine Operators - Welder Fabricators - Experienced Service Technicians - Mechanically Inclined Machine Operators - Fork Lift Apply in person at 2110 Fairburn Road, Suite E or on-line at web site below. Contact: Wendie Whitaker 770.942.0311 w.whitaker@teamambassador.com http://www.teamambassador.com Now Accepting Applications - Part-time Job Openings at Fastenal 6445 Fulton Industrial Boulevard Warehouse Sortation, 3 p.m. start time, maximum 25 hours per week facilitating the movement of product through the distribution facility to company-owned stores - prefer prior forklift experience - requires basic math aptitude, ability to lift, slide and lower packages that may weigh up to 100 pounds, excellent written and verbal communication skills -
Link to Sortation Position Warehouse Receiving, 5-11 a.m. facilitating the movement of product through the distribution facility to company-owned stores - prefer prior forklift experience - requires basic math aptitude, ability to lift, slide and lower packages that may weigh up to 100 pounds, excellent written and verbal communication skills - Link to Warehouse Receiving Position http://www.fastenal.com/careers Please Volunteer: IMMEDIATE NEED FOR TIP VOLUNTEER MENTORS The Douglas County District Attorneyâ s office has implemented a pre-trial diversion program for teen-aged first offenders charged with non-violent crimes. Individual mentoring is the heart of this program. Participants in the program meet with their mentor once a week for an hour for 6 months. Mentors assist participants with personal and professional development, resume writing, community service options, etc. The District Attorneyâ s Office is seeking mentors who can make a 6 month commitment to at least one teenager. Contact: Christina Peterson, Program Director 770.920.7292 pretrialdiversion@co.douglas.ga.us October: Library Programs Douglas County Public Library, 6810 Selman Drive October 3, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Book Signing by Roosevelt F. McQueen, author of "Perfect Imperfections" October 6 and 13, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Genealogy and the Internet Class October 14, 4-5 p.m., Wii Wednesdays! for ages 11-18 October 17, 10:30 a.m., Family Movie: "Monster House" rated PG For more information and registration, call 770.920.7125 Lithia Springs Public Library, 7100 Turner Drive October 15, 5-6 p.m., Gluten-Free: Is It for Me? Class October 19, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Book Club October 23, 5-8 p.m., Poe's Parlour, upper elementary through adult - costumes welcome, Poe's stories and dancing in the graveyard! For more information and registration, call 770.944.5931 Thursday, October 1 - Saturday, October 31: Ghost Train at Pine Mountain Gold Museum 1881 Stockmar Road, Villa Rica - Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights through Halloween - 6-7 p.m. for families; 7:30-9:30 p.m. for scare time rides - $13 per person Contact: Linda Shaw 770.459.8455 lshaw@villarica.org http://www.pinemountaingoldmuseum.com
Thursday, October 1, 6:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.: Town Hall Meeting Dorsett Shoals Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 5633 Dorsett Shoals Road - Free Admission, Open to the Public - hosted by County District 3 Commissioner Mike Mulcare - presenting traffic and transportation ideas and receiving feedback on future projects and options as well as other items of interest to residents 7709207266 mmulcare@co.douglas.ga.us Douglas County Courthouse, 3rd floor, Administration Friday, October 2 - Saturday, October 3: Music and Arts on the Plaza O'Neal Plaza - Free Admission, Open to the Public Art Walk, Friday, 6-10 p.m. includes the Cultural Arts Council, Your Fired Creations, Broad Street businesses, and ending at TUOIA Festival, Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. showcasing the artistic talents of regional artists + demonstrations, street performers, food trucks and musical performances http://www.musicandartsontheplaza.com Friday, October 2, 8:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.: The Friday Night Drive-In featuring, "Stage Door Canteen" Only on Comcast Channel 23, AT&T U-Verse Channel 99 and Online at dctv23.com Saturday, October 3: Woodcarver Paul Ivey, Sr., Exhibit + Eagle Scout Justin Hendee Project Unveiling at the Douglas County Museum of History and Art Old Douglas County Courthouse, 6754 Bankhead Highway - Free Admission, Open to the Public - on view through October 31st Opening Reception: Saturday, October 3rd, 1-3 p.m. Mr. Ivey's wood carvings include those of animals, people, Civil War cannon, trunk and other items. The Eagle Scout project is the construction of 12 display columns for the Museum on which some of Mr. Ivey's carvings will be displayed. Contact: Barbara Woodell, Museum Director 678.449.3939 bwoodell@co.douglas.ga.us
Saturday, October 3, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.: "Coffee and Conversation" with County District 1 Commissioner Henry Mitchell III Victorious Kidz Academy, 6544 Malone Road - Open to the Public, Free Admission - Conversations with the Commissioner on any topic 770.920.7266 hmitchell@co.douglas.ga.us http://www.celebratedouglascounty.com Saturday, October 3, 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.: Fall ArtFest Lithia Springs United Methodist Church, 3711 Temple Street across the RR tracks from downtown Lithia Springs - Free Admission, Open to the Public - indoor arts and crafts exhibition - classes - zip line, water flume, toddler activities, and more! Contact: Ann Cockerill 770.944.3160 AnnCockerill@bellsouth.net Saturday, October 3, 12:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.: 3rd Annual Vineyard Streetball Classic 3 on 3 Youth Basketball Tournament Arbor Place Mall Front Parking Lot - double-elimination tournament in age divisions (9-11, 12-14, 15-18) - $20 per youth in advance ($25 same day registration) - co-ed teams welcome! Each player receives meal, drink, t-shirt & winning teams win individual trophies. Register on-line at link below. Contact: Omar Daniel 678.458.5548 omar@vineyardstreetballclassic.com http://www.vineyardstreetballclassic.com Sunday, October 4, 1:30 p.m.: Cougar Crazy Mad Dash Alexander High School - $16 per person in advance/$20 day of - half mile to 5K events for ages of children and adults - proceeds to the school's soccer program. While waiting, all runners can play fun soccer games with the Cougars or do the Cougar Soccer Circuit and the PK Challenge to test their skills or learn new ones. Contact: Dr. Jose Cuellar, AHS 770.651.6063 jose.cuellar@douglas.k12.ga.us http://www.cougarcrazy.ezregister.com
Tuesday, October 6 - Wednesday, October 21, 10:00 a.m.: Safe Kids Car Seat Inspection Douglas County Transportation Center, 8800 Dorris Road - Free Child Car Seat Inspections by appointment Tuesday, October 6th & Wednesday, October 21st Contact: Lin Snowe 770.949.5155 lin.snowe@dph.ga.gov Tuesday, October 6, 4:30 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.: "Colorful Seasons" - October Exhibit Opens in the Courthouse Art Gallery Douglas County Courthouse, 8700 Hospital Drive - Free Admission, Open to the Public - On Display through October 28th - featuring the talents of Douglas County residents on theme. Contact: Wes Tallon, Douglas County Communications & Community Relations 770.920.7593 wtallon@co.douglas.ga.us http://www.celebratedouglascounty.com Thursday, October 8: "Douglasville Celebrates Photography" - October Exhibit at the Cultural Arts Council 8652 Campbellton Street - Free Admission, Open to the Public - on view through October 30th Opening Reception: October 8th, 6-8 p.m. Contact: Davina Grace Hill, Executive Director 770.949.2787 directorartsdouglas@earthlink.net http://www.artsdouglas.org Saturday, October 10: Beyond the Front Porch Trip to the Atlanta History Center Monthly educational field trips to expand student's learning experiences - activity, transportation and lunch included - free for students on free/reduced lunch with paying adult, all others $25 - must RSVP Contact: Kascia Lipford 404.408.6448 info@beyondthefrontporch.org
http://www.beyondthefrontporch.org Saturday, October 10, 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.: Yard Sale to Benefit the Douglas County Animal Shelter at the Shelter, 1755 County Services Road (off Cedar Mountain Road adjacent to the Landfill) - Free Admission, Open to the Public - Donations appreciated! Contact: Stacy Worsham 770.942.5961 sworsham@co.douglas.ga.us Saturday, October 10, 9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.: The Trails at Charleston Place Community Yard Sale 100 Vicksburg Drive, Villa Rica - Free Admission, Open to the Public Contact: Cheryl Bell 313.443.7490 Saturday, October 10, 11:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.: Paint the Town Pink - Comedy for a Cure O'Neal Plaza, downtown Douglasville - Open to the Public, Free Admission - guest speakers, cancer survivors, and comedian Eric Jordan Contact: Lakeba Wallace 516.473.694- paintthetownpink2015@gmail.com Saturday, October 10, 12:30 p.m.- 2:30 p.m.: Alzheimer's Disease Health Forum New Mountain Top Baptist Church Family Life enter, 7870 Smith Road, Winston - Free Admission, Open to the Public - featuring health professionals and local resources to assist caregivers and family members. A light lunch will be provided. Contact: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority (DCP Counties Alumnae Chapter) info@dcpdst.com http://www.dcpdst.com Saturday, October 10, 6:00 p.m.: Relay for Life Benefit Basketball Game: Cancer Crushers vs. Global Legends (former Harlem Globetrotters) Alexander High School, 6500 Alexander Parkway - $10 in advance, $15 at the door, $25 VIP, $25 Youth Clinic and game admission - purchase tickets on-line at link below
Global Legends will conduct a basketball clinic at 3 p.m. prior to the game ($25 per youth, includes game admission) Contact: Jennifer King 770.842.1481 jlrking89@gmail.com https://www.ticketriver.com/event/16565 Monday, October 12 - Friday, October 30, 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.: Early Voting Period: City of Douglasville and City of Villa Rica Municipal Elections (November 3rd election date) Training Room, 1st floor, Douglas County Courthouse, 8700 Hospital Drive - Only City of Douglasville and City of Villa Rica (Douglas County portion) are eligible to vote in this election. Absentee by mail ballots will be mailed beginning October 12th but a request may be submitted at any time. Click on web link below for sample ballot. http://www.celebratedouglascounty.com/view/global/viewdownload/&docid=5344& file=/nov_3_sample_ballot.pdf Monday, October 12, 8:00 a.m.: Character Coalition Golf Tournament West Pines Golf Course - $400 per team and each team must have at least one middle or high school student - 8 a.m. breakfast, 9 a.m. shotgun start, lunch after golf Contact: Julian Carter 770.651.2045 http://www.douglascountycharacter.com Wednesday, October 14, 3:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.: Jobs Fair: Pallet Assemblers, Machine Operators, Forklift Operators, Lumber Graders for Universal Forest Products Douglas County Courthouse, 8700 Hospital Drive - Free Admission, Open to the Public, Spanishlanguage Applicants Accepted - applications available on site; all applicants at the Jobs Fair will receive a personal meeting with company representatives Contact: Nidia Silas 7704723000 nsilas@ufpi.com Saturday, October 17, 8:00 a.m.: Sober and Strong Fitness 5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Fun Run Boundary Waters Park, 5000 Ga Hwy 92/166 - Open to the Public - 8 a.m. 5K Trail Run ($30 registration) - 10 a.m. 1-Mile Fun Run ($15 registration) - promoting wellness and health in our community - please register on-line at link below Contact: Nichols Center 678.634.8989 http://www.nicholcenter.org
Saturday, October 17, 4:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.: Fall Festival West Metro Church of God, 3858 Kings Highway - Open to the Public, Free Admission, No Costumes Please - games, candy, prizes, popcorn, inflatables, and more 770.942.5012 Monday, October 19, 6:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.: "Chat with the Chairman" with Douglas County Commission Chairman Tom Worthan Fire Station No. 10, West Church Street, downtown Douglasville - Open to the Public, Free Admission - one-on-one conversations with Chairman Worthan on any topic 770.920.7269 tworthan@co.douglas.ga.us Thursday, October 22, 6:00 p.m.: Junior League Political Forum for City of Douglasville Election Candidates Old Downtown Conference Center, 6701 Church Street (now One Community Church) - Free Admission, Open to the Public - 6 p.m. Meet and Greet the Candidates, 7 p.m. Q&A Session Contact: Alison Williams mcbr1997@netscape.net Friday, October 23, 5:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.: Hot Rods on Main Cruise In O'Neal Plaza, downtown Douglasville - Open to the Public, Free Admission - hot rods, music, and vendors Contact: April McKown, Main Street Manager 678.449.3102 mckowna@douglasville.com http://www.mainstreetdouglasville.com Saturday, October 24, 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.: Fall Festival and Safety Initiative at Brookview Apartment Community 8460 Hospital Drive - Free Admission, Open to the Public - bouncy houses, touch-a-truck, food, candy and information Contact: Margaret McCarley 770.949.8988 brookview@jmgrealty.com Saturday, October 24, 6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.: CAC's Chili Cook Off
O'Neal Plaza, downtown Douglasville - Free Admission, Open to the Public - Buy tickets and sample chili from Douglas County chefs, politicians, and others! Contact: Davina Grace Hill, Executive Director 770.949.2787 directorartsdouglas@earthlink.net http://www.artsdouglas.org Saturday, October 24, 7:00 p.m.: 36th annual Moonlight Run Downtown Douglasville - 7 p.m. Tot Trot (ages 5 and under)- 7:30 p.m. One-Mile Youth Fun Run (ages 12 and under) - 8 p.m. 5K - Contact: Douglas County Rogue Runners 404.587.9628 http://www.dcroguerunners.com Douglas County Board of Commissioners www.celebratedouglascounty.com Douglas County Courthouse, 8700 Hospital Drive, Douglasville ~ 770.949.2000 Monday, October 5, 10:00 a.m.: Work Session Commissioners Board Room, 3rd floor, Douglas County Courthouse - Open to the Public Tuesday, October 6, 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.: Legislative Meeting Citizen's Hall, Douglas County Courthouse - Open to the Public - Broadcast live on dctv23 (Channel 23 on Comcast & Channel 99 on AT&T U-verse) and simulcast on www.celebratedouglascounty.com Tuesday, October 6, 10:00 a.m.: Public Hearing: Abandonment and Surplus Declaration of Unimproved ROW 0.675 acres known as Betsy Avenue and a portion of Lelia Drive located in LL990 Televised live on dctv23 and simulcast live on www.celebratedouglascounty.com
Douglas County Board of Education/Public School System www.douglas.k12.ga.us 9030 Georgia Highway 5 at Gurley Road (next to Hunter Park) P. O. Box 1077, Douglasville 30133 ~ 770.651.2000 SCHOOL SYSTEM CALENDAR Friday, October 9 - Monday, October 12: Student/Staff Holidays Monday, October 19: Report Cards for Elementary and Middle Schools - Progress Reports for High Schools Douglas County Chamber of Commerce: 6658 Church Street, Douglasville ~ 770.942.5022 Need a Job?: Check out the latest job listings at www.douglasjobs.com. Thursday, October 8, 8:00 a.m.- 9:00 a.m.: Georgia Power Coffee Card Exchange Chamber Offices Tuesday, October 20, 12:00 p.m.- 1:00 p.m.: GreyStone Power Luncheon: Heroes Luncheon Douglasville Conference Center - $20 for Chamber members with RSVP, $30 for Guests Thursday, October 22, 4:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.: Comcast Business After Hours Foxhall Resort & Sporting Club - Free for Members, $20 for Guests ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Douglas County Happenings is a program of the Douglas County Board of Commissioners through its Department of Communications & Community Relations as a public service to our citizens. Our e-mail list is not published or sold. Listings in Happenings are limited to events open to the general Public that involve government, not-for-profit or charitable events. Deadline for submittal is Wednesdays at 9:00 a.m. to dctv23@co.douglas.ga.us. For more information about us, go to www.celebratedouglascounty.com If you received this newsletter by mistake or if you wish to no longer receive Douglas County Happenings, unsubscribe here. * REWARDS *
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