English Language Classes

The Clarkston Community Center and the DeKalb County Library System provide FREE online English language classes to help adult students learn English and propel them in their personal and professional lives.

When: Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:00am to 12:00pm

To register for online classes click on the following link: https://forms.gle/qJooEG4K22skYB25A

The Clarkston Community Center and the DeKalb County School District, Department of Family and Community Empowerment are also partnering to bring FREE in-person English classes to the Community Center.

To pre-register for online classes click on the following link: https://tinyurl.com/ykzc2h84

Computer Classes

More will be posted about computer classes as the year progresses! Check back soon.

More classes will be posted as the year progresses!

STEAM-Plus Summer Camp

Our annual STEAM-Plus summer camp supports students K-12 by providing supplemental academic and extracurricular support outside of the typical school year. With a focus on science, technology, engineering, and math-related subjects, our partnerships with local universities will help your children get ready for their next year of school with one of a kind activities.

To learn more email youth@clarkstoncommunitycenter.org or call 404-508-1050

After School Program

The Clarkston Community Center provides support to DeKalb County K-12 students with its annual after school program. With a particular focus on homework assistance and extracurricular enrichment, the CCC seeks to support all students in a number of ways, seeking to bridge cultural difference, address pandemic-based learning loss, and bolster achievement. The after school program seeks to be a decisive positive force in the community and to build up students in all aspects.

To learn more email [email protected] or call 404-508-1050

Leaders of Tomorrow

The Clarkston Community Center is proud to announce its Leaders of Tomorrow program. If you are a BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Person of Color) high school student join us for a leadership course where we'll be discussing defining leadership characteristics, the necessity of civic engagement, and other important community issues. Stipend included!

To learn more email [email protected] or call 404-508-1050

Tabala Martial Arts

Tabala martial arts is a martial arts discipline available to youth participants and supports a natural, holistic approach to life. Classes are on Mondays from 7:00 to 9:00pm and Saturdays from 9:00 to 11:00am.

Contact: [email protected] or phone 404-386-7769 to sign up.

Tai Chi and Qigong

Currently offered as an online opportunity on Tuesday evenings, 6:30 – 7:30pm, logon to learn Tai Chi and Qigong. Steve Dorage, with over 35 years of experience, will teach both disciplines, including the Yang-style 24 forms of Tai Chi.

These ancient practices are known to improve health, including asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure and balance issues. Please wear loose fitting clothing and sneakers or low-wedge shoes. Openings are available. Sign up occurs in class or by Facebook (www.facebook/clarkston.decatur.ga).

Join soon to assure a spot in class! For more information contact: Steve Dorage at Tai Chi 4 L.I.F.E.: 404-617- 0071.

Ecstatic Dance Atlanta

Join Ecstatic Dance Atlanta every Sunday as they seek to build community among dancers of all backgrounds and abilities. They host live DJs and an open dance floor for all dancers to express their passion.

When: Sundays from 3:00 to 5:00pm

For more information, contact [email protected]

Clarkston Cares Food Pantry

Join us in feeding our community members who are in need! The Clarkston Cares Food Pantry is held at the Community Center on the first Saturday of ever month, from 9:30 to 11:30am.

The remaining Clarkston Cares Food Pantry dates for 2023 are:

• April 8th
• May 6th
• June 3rd
• July 8th
• August 5th
• September 9th
• October 7th
• November 4th
• December 9th

Emergency assistance is available Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm.

For more information email [email protected] or call 404-508-1050