Arts Clayton is proud to present "Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America"

on display alongside an exhibit celebrating Clayton County's 1996 Olympics

Arts Clayton Gallery 06/25/2016 - 08/6/2016

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Exhibition Preview - Ribbon Cutting for "Hometown Teams:

How Sports Shape America" 

Arts Clayton Gallery 06/24/2016 - 3 - 5pm

It’s official! The Smithsonian Institution comes to Historic Main Street Jonesboro. Join the ribbon cutting and grand opening and a preview of this unique interactive exhibit - the Smithson Institution’s “HOMETOWN TEAMS: HOW SPORTS SHAPE AMERICA.” Featuring Jonesboro’s hometown swimming champion and Olympic Gold Medalist Steve Lundquist.

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Exhibit opens - free to public 

Arts Clayton Gallery 06/25/2016 - 10am - 4pm

Be among the first to experience this unique touring exhibit. Arts Clayton is the only metro location and is the 3rd stop on the “HOMETOWN TEAMS” tour in Georgia. Open free to the public during regular Special Gallery hours: 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday, and 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday. Closed Sunday and Holidays. Exhibit information at ww.artsclayton.org and Facebook #ArtsClayton #CCTV 

Special programming throughout June/July

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Hear stories & interviews with community leaders about their involvement with sports and the “hometown” significance of the 1996 Olympics. Special programming throughout June/July. Filmed as a service of Clayton County Access Television TV23/99, a partner in Jonesboro’s “Hometown Teams.”

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Allan Vigil Ford Lincoln Golf Classic 

Eagles Landing Country Club 06/28/2016

Annual fundraiser for children’s education programs through Arts Clayton. Local civic business and elected leadership will be recognized for contributions to sports in the community. Held at Eagle’s Landing Golf Club. Registration required. 770-473-5831.

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Artvan's Summer Reading Tour with Libraries

Beginning Wednesday, July 6

A partnership of “Hometown Teams,” ArtVan mobile reading & literacy initiative, and the Clayton County Libraries’ Summer Reading Program. Children will make an Olympic torch and Olympic ring set while discussing how to accomplish their dreams with a hero’s heart. Based on the book “Olympig: The Triumphant Story of an Underdog” by Victoria Jamieson. Dates & Times vary: 

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Wednesday, July 6 – Forest Park Library from 1-2 pm 

Monday, July 11 – Jonesboro Library from 11 am to noon 

Wednesday, July 13 – Morrow Library from 2-3 pm 

Thursday, July 21 – Lovejoy Library from 10 – 11 am 

Tuesday, July 26 – Headquarters Library from 10 – 11 am 

Wednesday, July 27 – Riverdale Library from 10 – 11 am

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Coach Curry and Carolyn Curry Reception

Arts Clayton Gallery 07/8/2016

In partnership with Georgia Humanities, a special reception hosting Coach Bill Curry and Carolyn Curry – Honorary Spokespersons for the Georgia tour of “Hometown Teams.” Also celebrates the 20th Anniversary of the 1996 Centennial Olympics Torch Relay and Inaugural Beach Volleyball competition in Clayton County and the City of Jonesboro. 770-473-5831.

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Let's Go Fishing! Youth and Adult Fishing Derby

International Park 07/9/2016

Visit The Beach that hosted the 1996 Olympics. Sponsored by Clayton County Parks & Recreation, a partner with Jonesboro on the Smithsonian's “Hometown Teams.”. 8 am to noon. Cost is $5 per person. Located at International Park (Upper Lake). All ages. For more information, please call 770-603-4165.

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Kids All Star Sports Day

Arts Clayton Gallery  07/16/2016

Experience “Hometown Teams” exhibit and the collection of 1996 Olympic memorabilia with complimenting Creation Station family workshops. Featuring free.special art and sports activities Registration required by calling 770-473-5826.

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Movie Under the Stars:

"American Anthem"

Lee Street Park 07/22/2016

Sports drama about a gymnast who overcomes family difficulties to pursue his Olympic dream. Starts at dusk at Jonesboro’s new Lee Street Park, so don’t forget to bring snacks and a chair! Free outdoor movies in neighborhood parks are a special program of Clayton County Parks & Recreation, a partner with Jonesboro on the Smithsonian's “Hometown Teams.”

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Tailgate Party

Lee Street Park 07/23/2016

Spend an evening in the new Lee Street Park recognizing local sports heroes including Clayton County’s D.J. Shockley – a UGA and Falcons standout. The Tailgate Party will celebrate the success of winning teams and athletes of all ages, cheerleaders, bands, booster clubs, families and friends. Featuring concessions, field games & fun!

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Hometown Teams: Local Events