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Clayton State University Laker Golf Classic
Register now, and make a difference in the lives of our AMAZING student-athletes! REGISTER HERE: www.clayton.edu/laker-golf-classic





















City of Forest Park and Rare Breed MC presents We Need 2 Read Contest READ-A-THON
The City of Forest Park & Rare Breed MC Presents the $1,000 We Need 2 Read Read-A-Thon Saturday, August 31, 2019, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Forest Park Library, 4812 West Street, Forest Park, GA 30297. The 1st place girl and boy winners will receive $500! All winners will be announced at 4:15 p.m.





















Commissioner DeMont Davis’ Father and Son Back to School Brunch Saturday, August 17, 2019
Come join Commissioner DeMont Davis as we send both fathers and sons back to Clayton County Schools together Saturday, August 17,2019, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at J. Charley Griswell Senior Center, 2300 Hwy 138 SE, Jonesboro, GA 30236. Admission is free and brunch will be served. #ClaytonStrong





















Community Development Comprehensive Plan Public Meeting Monday, August 19, 2019
For more information about the Comprehensive Plan, please visit https://www.claytoncountyga.gov/government/chief-operating-officer/office-of-planning-zoning-sustainability/comprehensive-planning.





















Clayton County UGA Extension’s Annual Family Fun Day Saturday, August 17, 2019
Come learn what UGA Extension has to offer the Clayton County Community Saturday, August 17, 2019, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Families will be able to enjoy food, games, and prizes! Vendors will be on-site and all ages are welcome. We hope to see you there! #ClaytonStrong





















Clayton County CASA Volunteer Training
How can you help abused and neglected children? Be a volunteer child advocate with Clayton County CASA! Next training class runs September 4, 2019, through October 7, 2019, with morning and evening classes available. Contact CASA for more information at www.claytoncasa.com or 678-610-1061.





















SW Intergenerational Center Meeting Saturday, September 21, 2019 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Residents Invited to Share Ideas for Programs at the New Southwest Intergenerational Center Saturday, September 21, 2019 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Griswell Senior Center, 2300 Hwy 138 SE Jonesboro, GA.





















SW Intergenerational Center Meeting Tuesday, August 13, 2019 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Residents Invited to Share Ideas for Programs at the New Southwest Intergenerational Center Tuesday, August 13, 2019 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Jim Huie Recreation Center, 9045 Tara Blvd., Jonesboro, GA.





















Clayton County Office of Youth Services Valor Program Saturday, September 14, 2019
Clayton County Office of Youth Services will be hosting a fitness boot camp on Saturday, September 14, 2019 0 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Frank Bailey Senior Center, 6213 Riverdale Rd., Riverdale, GA 30296. For more information, please call 770-477-3349. We hope to see you all there! #ClaytonStrong





















Take Care Thursdays
Clayton County Senior Services Department, Senior Services Aging Program and TGI Fridays, Morrow located at 1881 Mt. Zion Rd., Morrow, GA. TGI Fridays will donate a percentage of the total bill to the Aging Program on the first and third Thursday of every month in 2019.





















Swissport Open House Saturday, August 3, 2019 and Wednesday, August 7, 2019
Swissport is having an Open House on Saturday, August 3, 9 am – 12 pm and 2 pm – 5 pm and Wednesday, August 7, 2 pm – 4 pm and 6 pm – 8 pm at Hilton Atlanta Airport. A valid drivers license and the ability to work for any employer in the United States is required. #ClaytonStrong





















Residents Invited to Share Ideas for Programs at the New SW Intergenerational Center





















Clayton County Business Certification Workshop Tuesday, August 27, 2019
Clayton County Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) Program is hosting a Business Certification Workshop Tuesday, August 27, 2019, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. at South Clayton Recreation Center, 1837 McDonough Rd., Hampton, GA 30228. Must RSVP to attend www.bizcertifyclayton.eventbrite.com.





















Clayton County Central Services Department Industry Day August 8, 2019
In partnership with Moreland Altobelli, an Atlas Company, Clayton County Central Services Department is hosting an Industry Day Thursday, August 8, 2019, at South Clayton Recreation Center, 1837 McDonough Rd. Hampton, GA 30228.





















How to Do Business With Clayton County Workshop
Clayton County’s Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) Program is hosting a workshop on How to Do Business with Clayton County Wednesday, August 7, 2019, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Virginia Burton Gray Recreation Center, 1475 E Fayetteville Rd, Riverdale, GA 30296.





















Commissioner Hambrick Presents Back to School Bash July 28, 2019
Commissioner Hambrick presents Back to School Bash Sunday, July 28, 2019, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. at Flat Shoals Parks, 1915 Flat Shoals Rd., Riverdale, GA 30296. Backpacks are limited to 2 per household while supplies last. Shuttle service is recommended. #ClaytonStrong





















News Release: Southwest Intergenerational Center Design Reveal





















Post 65 (Age 65 and older) Retirees Town Hall Meeting





















Fishing Derby August 3, 2019
Time to reel it in at the Fishing Derby, Saturday, August 3, 2019, 8 a.m.- noon at Clayton County International Park. Participants can register online at claytonparks.com or register onsite the day of the event; the registration fee is $5 for all ages. Don’t forget to bring your own equipment!





















2019 Tax Digest and 5 Year History of Levy
Public hearings on tax increase