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News Release: Clayton County’s Senior Centers Earn National Accreditation
Clayton County is home to the only senior centers in the state of Georgia to earn National Accreditation from the National Institute of Senior Centers (NISC), which offers the nation’s only National Senior Center Accreditation Program.





















Hurricane Dorian Relief Collections
Chairman Jeffrey E. Turner and Clayton County Board of Commissioners are accepting donations for the victims of Hurricane Dorian September 16, 2019- September 20, 2019. For more information, please call (770) 477-3208. #ClaytonStrong





















News Release: J. Charley Griswell Senior Center to Close Temporarily for Maintenance Monday, September 30 -Friday, October 4, 2019
The J. Charley Griswell Senior Center, 2300 Hwy, 138 SE, Jonesboro, GA 30236, will temporarily close Monday, September 30 – Friday, October 4, 2019, for maintenance.





















Clayton County Library System Board of Trustees Meeting Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Join the Clayton County Library System for their Board of Trustees Meeting Tuesday, September 10, 2019, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Headquarters Library, 865 Battle Creek Rd., Jonesboro, GA 30236.





















News Release: Comprehensive Land Use Plan Public Meeting September 9, 2019 at 6:30 PM





















Clayton County Youth Commission Presents Zumba for Clayton County Youth
The Clayton County Youth Commission invites the youth to join them from Zumba! The class will be youth-led and it for youth ONLY. This year’s Youth Commission is committed to addressing mental health in their community. All classes will be held at Jim Huie Recreation Center. #ClaytonStrong





















National Voter Registration Day Rally Tuesday, September 24, 2019
Clayton County Youth Commission and Clayton County Police Explorers host National Voter Registration Day Tuesday, September 24, 2019, 5:30 p.m. – 7: 30 p.m. at Police Headquarters, 7911 N. McDonough Street Jonesboro, GA 30236. This is a free event for all ages. For more info, call 770-477-3349.





















Clayton County Business Certification Workshop Tuesday, September 24, 2019
Clayton County Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) Program is hosting a Business Certification Workshop Tuesday, September 24, 2019, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Virginia Burton Gray Recreation Center, 1475 E Fayetteville Rd., Riverdale, GA 30296. Must RSVP to attend https://claytonbiz.eventbrite.com.





















Clayton County Water Authority Wetlands & Watershed Festival 2019
On the first Saturday in October, CCWA will host the Wetlands and Watershed Festival at Newman Wetlands Center to give visitors a chance to enjoy nature while learning about our environment in a fun way. This is a free family-friendly event. See you there!





















Clayton County Senior Services Department’s Accreditation Celebration Concert September 20, 2019
Clayton County Senior Services Department’s senior centers have achieved national accreditation status from the National Institute of Senior Centers, making our senior centers the only centers to be nationally accredited in Georgia. Join us September 20th as we celebrate this accomplishment!





















Commissioner Sonna Singleton Gregory Annual 911 Heroes Basketball Game Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Come see Clayton County Police Department and Clayton County Sheriff Office take on Clayton County Fire & EMS in Commissioner Sonna Singleton Gregory’s Annual 911 Heroes Basketball Game Wednesday, September 11, 2019, 6 p.m. –8 p.m. at Carl Rhodenizer Recreation Center, 3499 Rex Rd., Rex, GA 30273. D





















Commissioner Sonna Singleton Gregory and Clayton County Parks & Recreation Department Present Halloween Carnival 2019
Mark your calendar for the Halloween Carnival presented by District 1 Commissioner Sonna Singleton Gregory and Clayton County Parks and Recreation Department Thursday, October 31, 2019, 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at Carl Rhodenizer Recreation Center, 3499 Rex Road, Rex, GA. #ClaytonStrong





















Commissioner Gail Hambrick and Clayton County Parks & Recreation Department Present Fall Festival 2019
Mark your calendar for the 2019 Fall Festival presented by Commissioner Gail Hambrick and Clayton County Parks & Recreation Department Saturday, October 19, 2019, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Flat Shoals Park. For a vendor application, please visit http://www.claytoncountyga.gov.





















Clayton County Human Resources Department Job Fair Friday, August 23, 2019
Clayton County Human Resources Department invites you to their first job fair at South Clayton Recreation Center, 1837 McDonough Road Hampton, GA 30228, on Friday, August 23, 2019, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Learn about all open positions and network with County leaders.





















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.