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LeisureLink: The City of Auburn's Parks and Recreation Weekly Newsletter

July 1-7, 2024

2024 Fall brochure available and fall youth sports registration begins Tue., July 2

The 2024 Auburn Parks and Recreation fall brochure is now available online and in print. Printed brochures are available at Auburn Parks and Recreation facilities, the Auburn Public Library and Auburn City Hall.

Registration for fall programs will begin on Monday, Aug. 5. Fall youth sports registration will open on Tuesday, July 2, and close on July 25. Fall offerings include t-ball, baseball, softball, soccer, cheerleading, flag football for boys and girls, and tackle football. Visit auburnal.myrec.com to register.

For more information on youth fall sports registration, email Houston Manning at hmanning@auburnalabama.org.

Auburn Parks and Recreation Independence Day Celebration Thu., July 4

Celebrate Independence Day with the entire Auburn Community Thu., July 4 at Duck Samford Stadium! Enjoy great food and treats for purchase, giveaways, free inflatables, children’s activities, and music. Enjoy music with D.J. Oz and the band Rock Mob. Aubie will be there to help us celebrate.  Gates open at 5 p.m. Families are encouraged to drive to Duck Samford Stadium (1840 East Glenn Avenue) or Duck Samford and Bo Cavin Baseball fields (333 Airport Road for parking). The fireworks will be set off in a centrally located area. Duck Samford Baseball Fields 1-3 (1720 East University Drive) will be closed to the public to accommodate the fireworks shoot site. The best fireworks display in the entire area! Fireworks will begin between 9-9:15 p.m. pending darkness. The rain date is Friday, July 5. FREE to the public.

Parks and Recreation 4th of July schedule

All Auburn Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed Thu., July 4 in observance of Independence Day with the exception of Samford Pool.  The pool hours for July are 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. All parks, playgrounds and cemeteries are open sunrise to sundown.

Auburn Parks and Recreation celebrates Park and Recreation Month this July

This July, join the City of Auburn's Parks and Recreation Department as we celebrate Park and Recreation Month, highlighting how Auburn becomes stronger, more vibrant and more resilient through the power of parks and recreation

We will kick off the celebration with a proclamation signing at Dinius Park on Tuesday, July 2 at 10:30 a.m. Mayor Ron Anders will present a proclamation designating July as Parks and Recreation Month in the City of Auburn. Dinius Park is located at 1435 Glenn Ave.

Then, enjoy Pops in the Park on Monday, July 8, from 2-4 p.m. at the large pavilion at the Town Creek Inclusive Playground. Enjoy free popsicles (while supplies last) and meet Alison Hall, the City's new Parks and Recreation director. The Town Creek Inclusive Playground is located at 430 Camellia Drive.

We are also celebrating Park and Recreation Month, an initiative of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), by inviting our community to share their experiences, memories and stories. NRPA and Auburn Parks and Recreation encourage everyone who supports parks and recreation to share how it has fostered a sense of belonging and why their local park and recreation professionals are important to them. Use the hashtag #WhereYouBelong and tag Auburn Parks and Recreation at @COAParksAndRec on social media.

To learn more about Park and Recreation Month, visit nrpa.org/July.

Auburn Arts Association call for entries for Summer Show

The Auburn Arts Association (AAA) is calling all area artists and craftsperson to submit works for the 2024 Summer Show: Black and White + One Color. This exhibition will be on view from July 10 through August 24 in the Art Gallery at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center.

Works may be two or three-dimensional, in any style, or technique, and in any medium. Photographic and digital works are considered. Materials, compositions, and subject matter are open to personal interpretations.

Color Limitations: Black, white, and the one (pure) color of choice may not be mixed – that is, no tints, shades, or tones of the primary hue are used.

For 2-D works, the maximum size is 48” to 60”. Sculptures, ceramics, constructions, found objects, and other 3-D works should adhere to reasonable size and weight guidelines. Photographs and works on paper must be framed (no glass). Canvas works must be gallery-wrapped. All works must be wired and ready for display. While works do not need to be new, they should not have been previously shown in the JDCAC exhibitions.

There is no entry fee, and works may be for sale. A public reception to meet the artists will be scheduled during the exhibition. Works may be reviewed beginning Wednesday, June 26. Final submissions will be due at the Arts Center by Wednesday, July 3.

For more information or questions, contact Margaret Gluhman at auburnarts@bellsouth.net or by phone: (334) 887-2832 or (334) 332-3698. Please also contact the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center at (334) 501-2963 or visit www.auburnalabama.org/arts.

Second Float-N-Movie of the season Sat., July 13

Auburn Parks and Recreation is excited to announce the second Float-N-Movie of the season, featuring the 1975 classic film Jaws. This thrilling event will take place on Saturday, July 13 at Samford Pool. Gates will open at 7:30 p.m., and the movie will begin promptly at 8 p.m.

Guests are encouraged to bring their own floats to watch the movie while relaxing in the pool. For those who prefer to stay dry, chairs are welcome on the pool deck. This unique viewing experience is perfect for families and movie enthusiasts looking for a fun summer evening.

Admission to the event is just $2, or free with a Splash Pass. Concessions will be available for purchase throughout the evening. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy a classic movie in a one-of-a-kind setting! For more information, please contact Maura Toohey at mtoohey@auburnalabama.org.

City Market every Saturday this summer until August 24

City Market is back for the summer of 2024! Join us every Saturday through August 24th at Town Creek Park. The best farmer's market in Auburn begins at 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. Don't worry about parking - we've got you covered with parking available in the gravel lot across from Town Creek Park. Just a heads up, vendors will start selling their amazing products at 8am sharp. Come on out and enjoy live music, fun activities for the kids, and of course, an array of fresh, local, and handcrafted items to browse and purchase. Can't wait to see you there!

Yarbrough Tennis Center named Premier Facility by the USTA

We are thrilled to announce that the City of Auburn/Auburn University Yarbrough Tennis Center has been named a USTA Premier Facility! This prestigious recognition highlights our commitment to excellence in tennis operations and programming. Only 50 facilities nationwide received this honor, and we are proud to be among them. Special thanks to our incredible team including Melissa Shaver, Sarah Hill, Bret Peterson and Francois Boseman for making this achievement possible.

Auburn Parks and Recreation accepting reservation request online

Auburn Parks and Recreation is now accepting facility and park reservation requests online. Those who wish to reserve a facility, athletic facility, or park pavilion can complete their application for request using their online account at auburnal.myrec.com.

Please make all requests at least two weeks prior to the desired reservation date in order to leave time for the approval process. Requests must be reviewed and approved by the facility director and department director. Once approved, payments can be made online using a credit card or by cash or check in-person at the Harris Center.

Frank Brown Recreation Center Membership Card Required to play racquetball and free basketball

Auburn Parks and Recreation now requires membership cards for free play basketball and racquetball.

Free play basketball and racquetball at Frank Brown Recreation Center are open free of charge to citizens who live, work or attend school within the city limits of Auburn, AL and to non-citizens for a one-time $30.00 fee. A membership must be acquired for free play basketball and racquetball regardless of age. Replacement cards will cost $30.00 regardless of residency. The membership card is non-transferable and can only be used by the card holder. You must be at least 13 years of age to participate in free play basketball and 15 years of age to participate in racquetball. Children ages 13-18 must have a waiver signed by a parent/guardian at the time of application.

Memberships can be obtained at the Harris Center Mon. – Fri. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. To view a membership application, including a list of acceptable proof of residency documents, visit auburnalabama.org/parks.

Frank Brown Recreation Center is open Mon. – Fri. 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m.-11 a.m. and Sun. 1-5 p.m. The Frank Brown Recreation Center is located at 235 Opelika Road. For more information call 334-501-2962.

Frank Brown Membership Application

Yarbrough Tennis Center Updates

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